This is my second distribution, the first time was in Pune and now Chennai. Its good to be back. Yesterday, the first distribution day, I got to look at every one of the 474 children in the eye, while I drew a happy face on their hand. It was such a touching and rewarding experience, to see the excitement in those eyes. They are happy little people, despite their lot in life.
Today, my assignment was to send the children out to get their picture taken. There were a group of children who stood out somewhat, in that they were severely deaf and required a cumbersome device behind their ears. This did not dampen their spirits at all. They were just as excited and waved goodbye to me as fervently as all the rest. We gave out 480 kits today. The young teenagers who assist us are an integral part of the team and the Rotary helpers are formidable.
Tonight was a very special night. Ravi, our Rotory leader, invited us, as honoured guests, to his Daughter’s engagement ceremony. It was a traditional Hindu ceremony followed by a traditional South India meal, served on a banana leaf. We felt very special.What would we do without Ravi.
Catherine Gayton for
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