The Bull in the Yurt

Synopsis

This diary entry recounts a terrifying childhood morning in Kazakhstan. The narrator, just ten years old, wakes up to find a bull inside the family yurt, devouring their food. With her younger siblings beside her, fear grips them as the bull, seemingly fixated on the narrator, poses a direct threat. A fleeting moment of rescue by a friend of the family is overshadowed by the bull's persistent return, forcing the children to hide. The harrowing experience culminates in the dramatic return of their mother, who bravely intervenes and saves them from the formidable animal. This powerful narrative captures a moment of childhood vulnerability, family courage, and the unforgettable impact of unexpected encounters with nature in a nomadic setting.