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This is a poem written by few Akanksha kids for the Annual Day held recenlty.
What I like about Akanksha
I like the bus that gets me to Akanksha
I like the t-shirts I always have to wear
But the thing I like the best, the very very best
Is to know that you love me.
I like the didis and bhaiyas who never beat me
Even when they are angry at me
But the thing I like the best, the very very best
Is to know that you love me.
I like to learn lot of songs and poems
It makes me proud when I can speak in English
But the thing I like the best, the very very best
Is to know that you love me.
I like the pretty colours at the art class
I like the way we make alot of mess
But the thing I like the best, the very very best
Is to know that you love me.
I love you, you love me
We are a happy family
With a great big hug and a kiss from me to you
Won't you say you love me too.
As the events were unfolding at the Annual Day function held recently, not only did it fill every person associated with Akanskha with pride but also with hope.Hope to indeed make a difference in lives of those who are capable of claiming the world but couldn't in the absence of resources.The graduating class of 2005 had students who epitomize the true spirit of Akanksha of dreaming and making it big.The results of the hardwork and effort put in by every member takes shape in the form of their success.Some of the kids can put even the privilged kids to shame with their dedication, abilities and desire to learn.The generous little curve on their lips told a story in itself of struggle, pain, optimism, strength and courage.The glitter in their eyes reflected their aspirations for a better future.Their shy persona revealed the fire they conceal in them to conquer every battle .Their confidence thwarted the evils of penury.Their unconditional fervour for life gave a new lease of life and persistence to many.It has been a life changing experience to interact with so many enlightened souls, so many lives, lives who are a lesson to learn in itself.
Here are few lines that the kids tried to teach us with the help of a song.
"There are two little words Why not
Two little words that change so much
Each one of us can lead wondrous lives
If each day we ask Why not"
Akanskha talks about you and me.
"You are here for the children,
But,
You are here for you too
Find your true colours.
Learn.Grow"
These few words are a perfect embodiment of the experiences I have had at Akanksha.I have learnt.I have grown.
But there still remains alot more to be done to help those who are in need and have a right to dream too.
5 comments:
i think it's amazing, and really good of you to work with them. it's one thing for us to say how much we love kids and like helping etc, and it's a greater matter altogether that some you actually go ahead and do something about it. God bless.
Yes Saurabh .. really amazing work..!
Keep it up Confu! Go n' Find ur true colours ....!
p.s. I m looking forward to do the same in future!
saurabh
yeh i was among those who just bragged abt loving kids but then one day i realised about the emptiness in my claims and thus went and got myself rid of the phony attitude.
borntodre@m
gud I wish every person realises that we all have the responsibility to give the society back something in our own right.
~Sen~
Exactly ~Sen~ its very surprisng and painful too to knw that the intelligence of the kids is incarcerated in their miserable lives.They are the victims of the situation and nothingelse.They can create their own destiny. They just need the wings to fly.
the Jemfiles
Thank you :)
hehe! liked the post about soups n bad names.. ;)
Confu, can I conduct a music workshop for Akanksha kids? I teach guitar...Let me know please
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