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Livia Mascaliuc, a shepherdess from Maramureș, shares her childhood experiences and the traditional practices of the Hutsul community in Bistra. Growing up in a family dedicated to animal husbandry, she began tending sheep at a young age. Despite her desire for education, she faced challenges that led her to work abroad after her father's death. Livia now manages a farm with nearly 100 sheep and over 20 cows while preserving local stories and traditions. She highlights the unique aspects of Hutsul shepherding, including community roles and rituals associated with livestock management. The gradual decline of this occupation is attributed to migration and changing lifestyles among the youth.