I am always amazed at the spirit of giving that exists in this school and in this city. Besides the "credit" that stores give out to strangers I am always touched by how giving the girls at the school can be. I am working in particular with four of the sweetest girls around: Samouna, Maya, Chaya, and Meena. Everyday from 5-7pm we sit up in a classroom and read fabulous Dr. Seuess Books and discuss life in general. And it never fails that they have some treasure to give me. Whether it is a string bracelet or a piece of fruit the generosity they exhibit is amazing. If you think about these girls who often times have nothing and yet are willing to share what little they have with me, a perfect stranger on all accounts, it becomes a very humbling experience. I would like to say that I would do the same thing. That I would give up my last sip of juice or my last slice of orange to someone, even if that was all I had. But I am just not convinced I would. I can safely say, that these four girls, these four nine year olds have taught me a grand lesson on giving and on love in general.
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In so many ways you are going to return to the States as a different person. What tremendous experiences you are having. Have a wonderful time with Dad...... I know you will!!
Love you,
Mom
it seems that the indian people are wonderfully generous :)
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