The story revolves around a middle-aged man named Andrey Tikhomirov. He has lost his wife and is now a single father. It is not easy for him to handle three little girls on his own. At first, Andrey's mother, Clara Semenovna, helps him take care of the children and manage the household chores. However, soon Andrey decides that he must learn to deal with his problems without outside assistance. As his mother leaves, Tikhomirov's life changes...