Maidenhead: Ukrainian Refugee’s Third Christmas in the UK  

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**Ukrainian Woman Celebrates Christmas in the with Mixed Feelings**

A Ukrainian woman living in the UK is feeling mixed emotions about celebrating Christmas this year. , who lives in Maidenhead with her teenage daughter, has been away from Ukraine since ‘s invasion in .

**Refugee Life in the UK**

Svetlana initially stayed with a host family in Windsor before finding her own home in Maidenhead. This is her third Christmas spent in Berkshire. She said that while she wants celebrate Christmas, she feels sorry those who are not at home and on the front line.

**Focus on Joy**

Svetlana’s focus is on making the most of this festive season with her family. Her daughter has settled into a school and they plan to enjoy the celebrations together. Svetlana hopes that focusing on joy will help them stay optimistic about the future.

**Support for Ukraine**

Some in Berkshire were able to celebrate their own traditions earlier this month. The Reading Ukrainian Centre organized event where St Nicholas gave presents to all the children. The centre is also sending aid supplies, including gifts for an orphanage near the front line.

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