Golsirin Derbeneva and Ais Malikov are people whose lives are filled with love, care, and tireless work. Today, they are 61 and 58 years old, but their hearts are still full of energy and a desire to create a warm home.
Raising 40 children, they have become symbols of selflessness and unconditional love. Their family story began with two hearts that already knew the bitterness of loss. Before they met, both spouses had three children from previous marriages.
But life took a different turn, and their children moved out, starting their own families. Ais and Golsirin’s house became quiet and empty, almost lifeless. But in 2011, everything changed. They first decided to adopt two girls from an orphanage. Then, slowly, more children came, and each time, a new life entered their home.
“The youngest child was born in the spring of 2022 and came into the world with his three biological siblings. It often happens that when we adopt, we don’t adopt just one child but several,” says Ais.
The boys in the family are athletes, and the girls take dance and singing lessons. They actively participate in competitions and olympiads, and each success is a source of pride for the parents. Certificates, diplomas, and medals decorate the walls of their home, reminding us that hard work and support bring results.
“When the children left, the house was empty,” admits Golsirin. “Now it’s full of life. The holidays are especially joyful here: the older children and grandchildren gather.” “At our age, we don’t feel old,” laugh Ais and Golsirin. “These children are our motivation and inspiration. We live for them.”
