Each day brings a unique experience, a new destination, a
wonderful gathering of Rotarians, volunteers and of course, hundreds of
delightful children. Some are sombre,
needing much coaxing to bring forth a smile; others quite outgoing, anxious to
practise their English. All are in need
and so deserving of the SCAW bedkit.
Today’s journey was a 6 hour round trip to Krishnanagar,
reached by the only road that leads to Bangladesh and Assam. Consequently, our skillful driver battled for
space on the road with many cars, wagons, motorcycles and trucks..
Each distribution has much in common:
Entertaining the children, coaxing out those smiles
Helping set up the photo shoot
Sharing special moments
Accepting the sincere gratitude of bedkit recipients
Working with Rotarians who have become our friends
At day’s end we had brought smiles to 460 children in
Krishnanagar. Just once more chance to
bring joy and comfort to children in our
last distribution tomorrow. Just one
more chance to accept the wonderful hospitality of our hosts, members of the
Rotary Club of Dum Dum. Just one more
day to collect some treasured moments. And one more day to see those beautiful
smiles and happy children.
Irene
Harrison for Team Kolkata 2015
