The day began early for Hareniks, with a gentle wake-up call at 6:30 AM. After a quick stretch, Hareniks jumped out of bed and began their morning routine, which consists of a 30-minute workout, a shower, and a healthy breakfast. As they sipped their coffee and checked their phone, Hareniks mentioned that this quiet morning time is essential for setting a positive tone for the rest of the day.
They speak of the harvest, the price of fertilizer, and the migration of the youth to Yerevan or Russia. There is a sadness in their talk, a recognition that the village is quieter than it used to be, that the laughter of children no longer fills the streets as it once did. But the conversation quickly turns practical—will the rain hold off? They share a cigarette and a thermos of tea, the hot liquid cutting the dust in their throats. a day in the life of hareniks