Laura was her name. Every time I remember. At that time there were no such buildings. We were a ranch school. I was just received. That’s why I felt safer doing paperwork or preparing food for the kids, than teaching. I used to work with big grades. But, and the smallest? It did not cheer…
Ruskin Bond, an Indian author of British descent, is an eminent contemporary writer. He prolifically authored inspiring children’s books and was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award to honor his work of literature. Born on May 19, 1934, in Kasauli, India, he was the son of Edith Clarke and Aubrey Bond. He lives with his adopted family…
Night passed. All the students were so tired that they slept soundlessly. Next morning they woke up and got ready to see Shimla. Mini was very small but still, time and circumstances had made her mature before her age. Unlike other fellow-mates, she loved silence and the unspoken words of nature. She would often gaze…
“I think so. But what to do?” Ravi asked. “In such cases, the parents should give full attention, love, and care to their children. Make her believe that you really love her. I think that will help her come out of her trauma.” “Thank you, doctor! You have helped us the lot,” Ravi shook hands…
The world is not a wish granting factory. As much as I would like to deny the truthtfullnes of the statement, I cannot because not all wishes come true. I am Oindri Kundu, born on 5th August 2000 in Kolkata with a multiple conginental abnormalities along with phocomelia in left hand. Being born without a…
“We would like to …” Ravi was not able to complete his sentence when Mini cried, “Simmi didi.” “Mini! Simmi cried back in astonishment. They hugged each other. Tears rolled down their eyes. “Who’s there?” someone called from inside. Simmi wiped her tears fast and said, “Someone is here to meet you, Madam.” A healthy…
“Simmi, Sister is calling you. Time for departure!” Sunita said. Sunita had been looking after the orphanage for many years and was attached to the children. Simmi did not say anything but gave Mini the doll she was holding and went away. Mini outstanding in the garden watching Simmi going away from here. She could…
It was not too long ago when my mom left me. She took my sister with her. We took her and my sister to the Cincinnati Airport, and Poof! Just like that, she was gone. Gone to India her birthplace, her mother country, her home and she left me here … With my dad of…
It was early, early in the morning. Few people were around the platform as I got into my train. I found an empty compartment and put away my suitcase. The section consisted of two rows of vinyl seats fixed to the wall, sliding window on one comer and a door on the other. I took…
The train for Mumbai (Bombay) will be late by five hours due to some technical problems. Inconvenience caused is regretted,” blared the message on the Public Announcement System.” I was standing on the platform of the Pune Railway Station when this message was issued, first in Hindi than in English. I was thoroughly disheartened at…
Natalia
Oindri Kundu
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