28 November 2011 - Today, being a Public Holiday and also Payday for most, many parents may find themselves in shopping centres attending to their kids' schooling needs for the soon-to-come new school year. This is an annual event which we have experienced with our own kids for umpteen years but today's outing has a slight twist to it. Our “kids” are actually orphans from the Nanthisar Home, and we are assisting Project MADE whose Sponsor had adopted this Home for their Back-To-School Program 2012. Our role is to assist the Home's Caretaker, Puan Latha in bringing these kids to Mydin Seremban to shop for uniforms, shoes and other necessary things.
Puan Latha and her kids arrived in Mydin Seremban at around 2.30pm and were met by the outlet’s Manager, Encik Daniel and his “Angels" (staffs specially designated to assist us). Without their help, this would certainly be one great headache for Puan Latha and us. Those who had similar experience with their own kids will understand what I meant. Catering to 20 kids, even though well-mannered and disciplined, is no easy task and I must commend Encik Daniel’s angels for their patience and assistance. From the smiles which never left their faces, no matter how many times the kids change their uniform or shoe sizes, it is obvious that they enjoy doing this for the kids. Each kid was given a trolley basket with their names tagged on it (a very good idea which came from these angels) for the kids to deposit their chosen uniforms and shoes. The kids' treasure consist of 2 sets of uniforms, 2 sets of shoes, 3 pairs of socks, one track bottom and a school bag. The joy which shone on their faces as they happily hugged their very own belongings says it all. For one who is used to getting used clothes and other items most of the time, having this opportunity to own new clothes and shoes that fit and their very own bag, must be a luxury to them. To top it all, they are allowed to choose for themselves, which may be something rare to them.
At the check-out counter, the total sum for the uniforms, shoes and bags came up to below the allocated amount. This was due to Encik Daniel's goodwill in extending good discounts to us, therefore we were able to present these kids with added bonus in form of stationery items. Before the delegation departed for Home, Encik Daniel personally presented each kid with a “gift pack” and imparted some “fatherly advice” to them. The happy kids repeatedly shook hands and thanked all who were there, including us, which were kind of embarassing as we felt undeserving of their gratitude. It was the generous gesture from SNF Foundation and great effort from Project MADE in making this possible.
The kids took home with them their treasures but left behind warm memories for Encik Daniel and his “Angels”. As for Hubby and myself, we were thankful that we were given this chance to share this wonderful experience in bringing Joy to this Home. A BIG THANK YOU to Project MADE for Making A Difference in these kids’ lives…
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