Sometimes a fine staw broom is used. Other times they use a bundle of thin branches tied together as a sweeping tool. Sometimes after a rain we've observed individuals using a squeegee on the hard walk surface fronting their homes. The lifestyle of frugality and care of their belongings is something to emulate. Families generally need two wage earners to support themselves.
Financial assistance is provided by the government to aid in the rearing of up to three children.
This allows many young mothers to stay home with their children. While food is relatively inexpensive by Western standards, clothing costs are comparable to those in the United States. When we take these things into account, the generosity of the Hungarians to us is all the more humbling. Last night we started the painting project at a kindergarten located about a half-hour's walk away from where we live. This is a ministry project undertaken by the church, and we were invited to participate.