In a small rural town during the turbulent times of the Great Depression, the lives of families intertwine in a constant struggle for survival and the search for hope. The story follows the Murdock family, who have been rooted to their farm for generations but are threatened by the impending arrival of a developer planning to transform their land into a modern housing complex.
As the Murdocks confront this new reality, the matriarch, a strong and determined mother, tries to keep her family united. Her eldest son, who had dreamed of seeing the world beyond the town, feels torn between the desire for adventure and the need to care for his home. The youngest daughter, innocent and dreamy, longs for a future filled with promises, while the middle son feels frustrated by the limitations of rural life.
Family relationships and tensions are complicated under the threat of change, leading to moments of deep reflection on the past, tradition, and the future. As time progresses and the seasons change, the Murdocks will learn that, despite the challenges and the loss of the familiar, life moves forward in ways they never imagined. Amidst the struggle and despair, there are also moments of love, joy, and the unbreakable strength of the human spirit that always seeks a new beginning in the face of adversity.