The Karapirli family was an ordinary Turkish middle-class family with two boys and toddler twins. They were thriving until a devastating earthquake struck, leaving them trapped under rubble for over 38 hours. Despite the loss of their two boys, the family has shown incredible resilience and strength. Pinar and Ibrahim, the parents, have spent 106 days in the hospital recovering from their injuries, with Pinar losing an arm and Ibrahim suffering extensive leg injuries. Despite their physical wounds, the family is also dealing with the emotional pain of losing their boys. The loss of their sons has been particularly difficult for Ibrahim, who lost his iPhone containing precious photos of the boys during the quake. However, the family has found moments of solace, such as when a teacher brought them a handmade geography project created by one of their sons. The family has also received voice messages from their boys, recorded before the earthquake, which has brought moments of joy and comfort to Pinar. Despite the challenges they face, the Karapirli family is determined to move forward and raise their twins with the same love and care they gave to their boys.
2024-02-06 13:56:28
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