I don’t think it’s all over, by any means, but Dorotea picks up where she left off.

"My nan, she's one of those who loves having all of the gifts under the tree," she says.

Vice-president Julie, 58, is keen to point out traditional selling points, such as "friendship, activities and entertainment at reasonable prices for all".

He told the BBC that he ran home to protect his family as the violence erupted all around.

But she believes that not all women will speak out.