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Harshika |
Dear
Harshika,
Today(5June,2021) on
your fifth birthday, I have lots of thoughts and emotions running through my
mind. We returned to Bengaluru (India) from Canada during the time when
Covid-19 was rapidly increasing. You were 4. As per the Karnataka government
guidelines, we had stayed in hotel for certain period for quarantine ourselves.
While staying in hotel, we had a big question, where to stay once quarantine period is
over. Due to Covid-19, the lockdown also had such an effect that all the shops,
offices and malls were closed. It was becoming a little difficult to
personally go and see the house, but soon the problem was solved with the help
of Google, so we got our house on rent to stay in Nikoo Homes-1. In
between, we extended our temporary stay in another hotel.
On 20 July
2020, we came to our rental apartment, the lockdown was still going
on, all the shops were opening only for certain hours in a day. Because of lock
down restriction, we managed few days with limited stuff and for you, Maggi was
the life savior. In fact, you fully supported us in these difficult
circumstances, especially keeping yourself healthy. We always owe you for this great
help and support. You soon got engrossed in this new place because here you
could go out and roam at any point of time as it is a Gated community which you
liked very much.
Now our
focus was shifted to your study. Due to Covid-19 restriction, all schools
were closed and hence, it was not feasible for you to go there. We noticed
that many online courses were launched during this time. One day your Mausi told me
about the Flinto class. How the pre-recorded videos and various activities
which comes in the box could help young children in acquiring the knowledge.
The good part is that recording can be played at any point of time as per our convenience.
We liked this new teaching methodology and hence bought you the first three month
course of” Flinto Box” which was extended later. But still we were worried that how will you manage
to sit for an hour in front of the computer? However, in a few attempts,
you started taking interest in joining your online classes. This is how you
started your first online classes?
You,
especially, liked to do activities which comes in the big box. These activities
helped you to learn so many things. In this age, you had a good knowledge
about many things related to nature. You learned about the life cycle of
butterflies, the difference between domestic and wild animals, sea creatures,
trees, and plants. You had gained a good overall knowledge. We were not able to go anywhere due to the Pandemic. When we saw the conditions
were a bit fine, we planned to go to your grandmother's house in
Jharkhand. We started preparing to go. We first went to the mall to shop. You
and I went to the parlor for a haircut. You were very excited because after
three years you were going to meet all the family members.
The
day came, and we all went on our vacation tour to meet our family with
enthusiasm. During this vacation You had a lot of fun with your cousins. After
living with your grandmother for a month, we went to Delhi to meet your
maternal grandparents. But your aunt (Mausi) could not meet you the way she had
planned. She had diagnosis with cancer and was in the hospital for the last 15
days for treatment and she didn't even know, how much time she had to stay in the
hospital? The next
day we took you to the hospital to meet your aunt where she was very happy to
see you. Your Mausi felt after meeting with you like she got a full bag of
happiness. Your daddy stayed with us for a week and he returned to Bengaluru.
You and I stayed there till Holi. While living there you participated in many colorings,
painting, crafting competitions online. Although you are still too young for those
activities, the teacher allowed you because of your energy and enthusiasm. You got an excellence certificate as well for participating in all the activities.At
Nani house you met with your cousins. You are the youngest one and only one
sister among them . All of them loved you so much. Whatever you want, they always
try to give you. Now, it is time to celebrate Holi. You played Holi with lots
of fun. I clicked so many pics and Videos.
In the whole
trip, we never forgot to carry Flinto activities. Everything was going on nicely,
but I was a little worried about your communication. While living there, you
stopped talking in English and started speaking in Hindi. I was worried and
hence decided to return to Bengaluru. Very soon you started conversing again in
English and good part is that you also talk a bit in Hindi as well.
Now we
worried about your studies. One day your dad told me about Vedantu Super
Readers class. I explored it and decided to take a demo class. You also loved
this demo class. That’s how you joined the “Vedantu” English Super Readers
online class so that you can learn to read the words. You liked your teacher as
well.
But the
pandemic came back in a more dangerous way. Your teacher caught Covid and took
off for two weeks. But I did not give up. I started to check other websites for
your study. I read about “Beyond skool” and booked a demo class for you. You
had a wonderful time joining the demo class.
Your daddy
told me about some worksheet activities of ‘’Global Shiksha” which you also liked
very much. In this journey of four to five, we kept looking for how we should
keep you busy in studies as well as sports. Very soon, you got another teacher
in “Vedantu” and your English reading course also continued.
Today
you are turning five years old. You want to do all that you can do on your
birthday. You have started preparing a few days ago together with your dad.
This time you chose the theme “Peppa pig”. You are going to put on your rainbow
dress with a beautiful belly, Yummy cake and what else?? Different types of
yummy food.
Your
5th birthday is a real milestone. Now you have become a school kid. We wanted
to celebrate your birthday with pomp and show. But you know, due to covid-19 restriction,
we couldn't do it.
Amidst the
ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the CBSE class 12 exams had also been cancelled, it
was announced after chairing a crucial meeting on Class 12 board exams .Health
and safety of students is of utmost importance and there cannot be any
compromise on this aspect.
I am
writing this so that whenever you read this letter, you can recall those events
and realized how the young students faced different challenges. Happy 5th
birthday, little one! On your fifth birthday, may you be showered with splendid gifts, a scrumptious cake, and awe-inspiring feats of magic. May your journey through life be adorned with endless laughter, boundless joy, unbridled happiness, and delightful moments of merriment.
My sweetie, I pray that you have a life that
is filled with magic, wonder, and inspiration.
We are so
proud to be your parents and we look forward to seeing what the next year
brings for you. Happy birthday sweet daughter. We love you without limits.Love
Always, Your Biggest Fan,
Mommy and
Daddy
😊😊
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Nice Post Rekha
ReplyDeleteThe way you write is awesome...
ReplyDeleteBeautiful write-up!
ReplyDeleteSuper mom.nice post rekha
ReplyDeleteLovely writ-up!
ReplyDeleteVery Nice! Harshi is lucky to have all these letters on every birthday.. I have seen you personally preparing greeting for her, it needs lots of effort and time.
ReplyDeleteMee being aunt reading this letter feels so good n living the moments as i read. I can imagine how harshika would feel when she can read and comprehen too.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much...
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