WATCH: Birthdays and wedding bells in a time of war
Celebrating in a time of uncertainty...
As we know, Ukraine is going through a very tough time at the moment.
In a time of difficulty it is very hard to see the light and focus on the good.
However, we are so delighted to report on two instances on the internet that have been extremely heartwarming and brought joy to all the viewers.
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This adorable video has won the hearts of all users on the internet. This young girl gets surprised by refugee camp volunteers with a birthday party on the Romanian border.
This unforgettable moment was honoured in the best way possible considering the current circumstances.
Watch this feel-good moment below:
Arina was fleeing Ukraine and put up at the Siret border camp with her family when volunteers and emergency service personnel threw her a birthday party.
The seven-year-old wore a pink hat and was given gifts.
She is captured surrounded by people in uniforms and her family who then sang the 'Happy Birthday' song for her.
Many users took to the comments to wish Ariana and express their ongoing concern for the safety of those affected by this war.
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Another moment that struck our hearts and had us in tears was this viral video on Twitter. Two lovers exchanged wedding rings in front of fellow fighters and a military chaplain.
This rare moment was a lovely sight among all the worry, hate, and conflict we have seen online.
Watch this moment below:
It was a rare moment of cheer for Ukrainian reservists at a Kyiv checkpoint, when two among them exchanged wedding rings in front of fellow fighters and a military chaplain pic.twitter.com/8IdBashlmc
— Reuters (@Reuters) March 7, 2022
We have to live in the moment many people talk about it but many never live according to this rule.To stay sanewe need to do this, live in the moment and keep hopeful. We must take as much as we can from life.
We need to take as much as we can from life before it takes us.
What a powerful moment and wise words from this young couple.
Many users wished this couple all the best for their future together and look forward to hearing more good news.
We are in awe at their grit and strength in the face of adversity and hope that this inspires many to stand up and take action, as well as find light even in the darkest of moments.
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