And the Spirit Endures In Ukrainian folklore, the stork is a symbol of life, of prosperity and of hope for the future. Lelechenky -- the Storks are just that. For the people of Chornobyl these bright eyed, vibrant children represent the hope for the future. Lelechenky -- The Storks are a Ukrainian folk dance ensemble. The dancers are all children who were evacuated from the City of Pripyat and ...