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meet some of our
VIPs...
- Ramesh - trills like a nightingale. He has a penchant for quaint
objects like unusual birds' nests, rare flowers or berries.
- Anith - has a sense of rhythm and music that makes him a possible
future Ravi Shankar. He uses one hand or both to drum interesting
rhythms on tabletops, tin cans, plastic jars, anything.
- Abilash - mimics all and sundry, sending his audiences into gales
of laughter. His dancing is creative, his dramatisation convincing.
He constructs interesting structures on the playground. He is meticulous
about his ways and belongings.
- Anand - has a keen artistic sense. His drawings come alive with
vibrant and harmonious colours and designs. He has the makings of
a computer graphic artist on a designer.
- Sheeba - has natural grace which makes her dancing special. Her
charming ways attract children and grown-ups alike. A born ingenue.
- Triveni - has a strong aptitude for academics. She is heading for
the honour roll at Shanti Bhavan.
- Manikatan and Viji - are sharp in math calculations. Numbers turn
them on.
- Chaitra - grasps everything double quick. "Don't speak in Tamil,"
she tells Dr. Maya, "Speak ONLY English."
- Saritha - is very observant and does not miss a thing. She is another
outstanding student in the making.
- Shilpa - loves dancing. She does not need an excuse to start gyrating
her hips and moving her limbs.
- Fernando - is quick on the take. His bright-eyed look and cheerful
smile make it impossible to be mad at him for long.
- Thomas - is whippersnapper smart. His endearing ways make him an
instant hit. Some children at Shanti Bhavan have lost their parents
because of death or desertion. They feel bad when the other children
have visitors or go home for the holidays. They would feel just as
special as the others if they can count on the love of surrogate parents
who will keep in touch with them and take them home for vacations.
Shanti Bhavan will remain fully responsible for the children's education,
health and welfare. But we would also like to provide them a home to
go to during holidays where they can feel welcome and have a sense of
belonging.
Students who are majoring in child psychology, social work or education
might consider spending some time with the children as older brothers
and sisters. A Saturday visit planned with organised games, music, dance
or any kind of suitable entertainment for children would make a big
difference.
Responsible and caring adults who can spare the time to tutor or entertain
the children are most welcome.
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