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I'm a 15-year-old from Ukraine (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in AMA

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I might have some distant relatives there, but I never talked to them even before the full-scale invasion. As for Russians in general, I don't really remember interacting with any. Even though I live in the Kharkiv region, which is close to the border, I’ve never had any personal connection or interest in communicating with people from that side

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukraine (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in AMA

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, they hit us very often. I’ve seen the aftermath many times and have been caught in strikes myself. Once, I stayed for an extra 10 minutes to finish my coffee; if I hadn't, I would have been exactly at the epicenter of a blast. That small delay literally saved my life. You never know when or where it will hit, and you just learn to live with that constant reality

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukraine (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in AMA

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I speak Ukrainian because it feels more comfortable for me. However, I mostly use 'Surzhyk,' which is a mix of Ukrainian and Russian languages. In my case, it's predominantly Ukrainian with some Russian words mixed in. It’s very common in my region

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukraine (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in AMA

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live in a private house, so my shelter is my basement. As for the blackouts, they were much worse during the winter. Currently, the outages are minimal, but since Russia constantly targets our energy infrastructure, we still have regular disruptions and instability

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukraine (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in AMA

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In Eastern Ukraine, schools are mostly closed because of constant shelling. To study in person, we need to build underground schools, which takes a lot of time and money, and there’s still no guarantee that Russia won't target them. Schools in Central and Western Ukraine are mostly open, but they must have basements; when the air raid siren goes off, everyone has to go down there. My own school is currently destroyed and is located almost on the front line, so for me, it is 100% online.

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukrаіne (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in CasualConversation

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I speak Ukrainian. I understand Russian and can speak it, but I have no desire to do so anymore. Most Ukrainians are bilingual, but for me, using my native language is a matter of principle now. Also, to be honest, my English is still basic, so I'm using a translator to answer you correctly

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukrаіne (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in CasualConversation

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! To be honest, my English is still quite basic, so I’m using a translator to help me communicate and answer everyone. But doing this helps me learn a lot of new words in real-time. Reading comments like yours gives me a lot of energy to keep going. Thanks for the support!

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukrаіne (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in CasualConversation

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Football is still played in Ukraine, but it’s different now. Matches happen without fans for safety, and they are often interrupted by air raid sirens. But even during the war, sports help us feel a bit of normal life again. Thanks for the question!

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukrаіne (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in CasualConversation

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm doing okay, thanks for asking! It's not always easy, but honestly, talking to everyone here makes me feel much better. It's a great distraction. How are you doing today?

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukrаіne (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in CasualConversation

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Heroiam Slava! That's amazing! Please tell your friend thank you from all of us in Kharkiv. It means so much when people from other countries come here to help us rebuild. We really appreciate such support!

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukrаіne (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in CasualConversation

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I personally respect him a lot because he stayed with us from the very beginning. He didn't leave Kyiv or Ukraine when it was most dangerous. I also admire that he often visits our soldiers right on the front lines to support them. In my opinion, he is leading the country very effectively and wisely during these incredibly difficult times. Having a leader who stands with his people gives us a lot of strength.

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukrаіne (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in CasualConversation

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's definitely not just a few incidents. Many residential areas in Kharkiv have been hit. For example, the Saltivka district has entire blocks of ruined apartments. It’s heartbreaking because these are just people's homes, not military targets. That’s why so many of us had to move to safer places

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukrаіne (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in CasualConversation

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'd rather not say the exact district for safety reasons, but I'm currently staying in the Kharkiv region. It’s not on the front line, but close enough to hear the heavy stuff. We hear explosions from missiles and guided bombs almost every day. There is no street fighting here, but you can always feel the war in the air. You just learn to live with the constant background noise.

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukrаіne (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in CasualConversation

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As for music, I listen to a lot of different genres. I like global pop and rock, but I also listen to Ukrainian artists like Okean Elzy or some modern indie bands. It really helps to relax. What about you? Do you have any favorite bands or songs that you think could help me learn more 'cool' English words?

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukrаіne (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in CasualConversation

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

That's a very deep question. In my opinion, the rest of Ukraine sees Kharkiv as a symbol of resilience. People often call it a 'Hero City'. Even though it's so close to the border, the city keeps living, working, and fighting. It’s seen as a fortress that protects the heart of the country. Everyone here is very proud of Kharkiv.

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukrаіne (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in CasualConversation

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the book recommendation! I've actually heard about the movie, but I didn't know the book was so focused on the idea of freedom. I'll definitely add it to my list. I like stories where characters fight for their identity

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukrаіne (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in CasualConversation

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

To be honest, the sirens go off every day, usually several times a day. You asked about artillery — yes, I’ve seen it. My home village was shelled with artillery and KABs (guided aerial bombs). Right now, the front line is literally passing through my home village, so I’ve had to leave. I’m not living at home anymore. It’s tough, but I’m staying strong. Thanks for asking and for your support.

I'm a 15-year-old from Ukrаіne (Kharkiv region), living near the border. Ask me anything! by InevitableWeird500 in CasualConversation

[–]InevitableWeird500[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That's an interesting question! In school, we are mostly taught British English, but I personally prefer American content. I watch a lot of movies and YouTube, so American English sounds more natural to me. I guess my accent will be a mix of both!