Yesterday was a disaster. After the day's work, two of my sons, Karl and Godtfred were playing with some left over wood. I don’t know how but they accidentally set it on fire. However, they did not know this and that night. The factory burnt down. We called the fire-brigade but they couldn't save the factory. I don’t know how things turned out this way. My company was starting to get some rhythm and was making good progress. Then I all went downhill. Maybe I will quit, but I don’t like quitting. If my next attempt at this "Lego" company fails, there won't be much that I can do. I just have to work hard and make sure this works. I need to take care of my four sons and this is the only way I can do it. 

 

Today, my sons and workers began cleaning up the rubble and looking for any remains of the factory. I managed to find a plan for my toy duck but that’s about it. We did manage to salvage some spare wood that survived the fire, however, that was about all that remained.  

 

My next plan is certainly a huge risk. I want to rebuild the factory and resume the production of toys. I know that soon, people will see the potential in out toys and start buying them. I have to try one last time. If I quit now, I won't be able to fund my family needs. Five mouths to feed is a lot but with determination and persistence, I believe that we can get through these trying times together.