I make no bones about the fact that I am an emotional man. The truth is I’ve shed enough tears of pain in my life to believe my self truely blessed to have shed the tears of joy that today brought me.
It can be a lonely road, doing my best to make sure that this Foundation succeeds and goes on to help as many children as possible. So when people like Li Li Tan and her friend Jessica start getting involved I can but glow with hope that something really good is starting to happen.
Words cannot express my gratitude enough.
Today our friend, and webmaster, Ally arrived with Li Li and Jessica about an hour before lunch. Li Li came with a whole load of art materials for the children to use. Jessica, came armed with rocks and minerals to give a very interesting lesson.
Jessica needed time to set up, so it was art with Li Li and then lunch.
After lunch Jessica held a wonderful session, teaching the children about how minerals combine to form rocks. What may seem like an advanced subject for children so young was very successful with the methods Jessica employed.
Using coloured flash cards and samples of minerals and rocks, and her own very engaging character, she soon had the kids hooked.
One of the highlights of the day, for me, was watching Jack.
Jack often has problems with learning and concentration.
Today I saw a boy absorbed with what he was shown and I have not seen so many genuine smiles on this boys face in a long time. Jessica, thank you so much.
And a big thankyou to Heather, (Bpaaa Bonnie), too.
Shortly before lunch the postman arrived with a big parcel containing a late birthday present for Jack and other toys and stuff that all the kids get to use.
Jack deserves more days like this.
Even Tai, who can often be reluctant to get involved with events involving the “little kids”, got drawn in.
Indeed, all the children let it be known that they enjoyed the lesson very much.
When our visitors left, mid-afternoon, a bunch of happy children got back to more art work.
Any one else who may feel like donating materials, please contact us as it looks like we need a constant supply to satisfy the childrens enthusiasm.
See the gallery below and for more photos visit our photobucket album here.
Also check out the videos below the gallery.
Another productive day yesterday, partly due to the school in Banthi still being part closed due to Teachers being at some event elsewhere.
The children are still churning out the pictures. Yong is the most enthusiastic and shows a blossoming skill.
