The years have been incredible four, With you amongst us no more; The heart has not stopped aching, Albeit all’s there and nothing is lacking; What, child, was the hurry to leave? Leaving us parents eternally to grieve! Very hard with your absence we are trying to cope, But keep frequently sliding down the slope; The years haveContinue reading “Remembering you, Rukmai! 26/11/24”
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Teachers’ Day 2021
On the occasion of Teachers’ Day on 5 September 2021, we were invited by a friend’s family to plant a sapling in memory of Rukma at their farm. We planted a sapling of Badari (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ziziphus_mauritiana) tree in the presence of a few friends and their families. It is a fruit bearing tree which has significanceContinue reading “Teachers’ Day 2021”
International Tiger Day 2021
A memorable occasion
– Sandhya Vasudev “What do you wish to become when you grow up”, I asked Sanketh, a child of five years some months. Pat came the immediate and confident reply that bowled me over. “I will become HM (Head Master)”, said the new UKG graduate. The kid was looking exuberant with his red coloured gownContinue reading “A memorable occasion”
Training the tiny tots
On 8th February 2020, Rukma was invited by ITI Central School, Bangalore, to address school children as the chief guest on their graduation day. Rukma made the children sing ‘Daffodils’ poem by William Wordsworth, set to her own tune.
Poem by Medha
If I had met you, that one time,I would have told you, that you’re divine,And I didnt know you, until this moment,But I wish I did, before this. My mom is crying in the kitchen,Why couldn’t this have been an illusion?You left the world behind, probably bearing that smile,I hope you know we love you.Continue reading “Poem by Medha”
Rukma Vasudev 