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The hero of this issue is Andris Lejnieks, a resident of Latvia, a man who has mastered one of the oldest crafts in human history – BASKETBALL WEAVING. Simply put, he weaves baskets, baby cradles and other household items. In our world, there are very few artisans left. Even the word “Craftsman” is perceived today as something from old books about the Middle Ages. It turns out that this story is about a person who preserves centuries-old traditions. When a person makes something with his own hands, they say “handmade”. And this expression can also be translated as “made with love”. Today, artisans find it increasingly difficult to compete with automated production; they cannot sell their labor for next to nothing. How do they survive? Probably thanks to their attitude to their craft and to life. *** Subscribe to CURRENT TIME.DOC - / currenttimedoc