There were tears. The home was never closed in all of these years, through the wars and everything. It was a very difficult decision.

It's such a good cause. We just need to find the right person to take us on.

It just wouldn't be worth it to fix it up. There are too many things that need repairs. The state keeps imposing more restrictions, so it just becomes more and more expensive each season. Meanwhile, it's a crumbling old building.

I had no idea until I came home that night. I was just floored -- just about in tears.

It gives them an experience away from home. I don't think I have tears (from the kids) as much.

A home in which the housewife sheds tears will be bereft of all prosperity. This is the ancient conception of the role of women in the home.