Thursday, October 23, 2008
Charity work
These are kids from the Indira Ganhdi International School. It's a school providing education and shelter for the refugees (from Sri Lanka). Many of the children have lost one or both of the parents. Most are learning Hindi and English. When I saw this photo, my heart just went out to the kids - they are in their best donated clothing and they don't even have shoes. The school is also in a really bad condition. So at work I launched a fund raise campaign to raise money for 230 pairs of shoes, school supplies and backpacks. Many people are also donating clothing and other things. We are going to the school on November 14 (on children's day) to give all the goodies. I can't wait! 
Emily's sleepovers
Emily loves to invite friends for sleepovers. Her favorite combo pack is: Chandra, Vicky, and Anisha. Here we are just starting a game of pictionary. 
Parties at home
We really enjoy welcoming new Cisco families into the neighborhood. Here we have Max's grand parents from the Netherlands, Chandra's family whose new to Epsilon, TS Khurana's family (they just welcomed a new baby Anand), Jignasha's family who just arrived in Bangalore on the day of the party, Annella who just came back from a trip to Cuba, USA, Manila, Bangkok and God knows where and Karyn who came back from a Cruise through the Greek islands. Plus the Ingrams who have become such good friends and colleagues! Cisco Kids
Here's a picture at the Annual birthday celebration at Palm Meadow. Here's Emily just getting out of the pool with other Cisco kids (Chandra, Shaan and Sam). 
Dog's day
Emily and I like to take our two dogs (Dee Dee, age 4 is a golden retriever and Kodi, who's almost 1 is a Cavachon (Cavalier King Charles mixed with Bichon Frise)), for walks at the entrance of Epsilon Villa. There's a great big open space. We'd bring a picnic blanket, some throw toys and some water. A good way to spend a perfect afternoon with the dogs!
Birthday in Beijing
We had three groups of friends - Derek's group of teenagers, Emily's group of tweens and little kids and my friends. It was a nice way to celebrate my birthday. Thanks to the Smulders for hosting at their home in Lemond Lakes. 
Birthday in Beijing
It was really special to celebrate my birthday in Beijing. Noelle hosted the party and bothDerek and Emily invited their friends to join as well. I had two cakes, two kids and a room full of friends. Who could ask for anything more?! 
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