Shishukunj

Raksha Bandhan

Anushka Mimani, Class X B

Some think of it as just a thread,

Some fail to comprehend the deeper meaning.

For me that little piece of coloured string-

Signifies our bond, our love and all the feelings,

That we share towards each other.

And even though I’m not beside you today,

I want you to know, I want to confess to you my dear brother,

That, all those silly brawls, the smiles fun and laughter we shared,

Will always stay priceless, always remain cherished.

Just knowing I have someone to count on, just knowing that someone still cares,

Makes me feel so happy, makes me feel so blessed!

Today, I woke up and felt the sunrays awakening patriotism in each and everyone. Patriotic songs were being played in every street and locality of the city. The Tricolor, seen usually during cricket matches could be seen raised high by everyone brimming with pride.

Independence Day, the word alone fills you with a feeling of patriotism and love for the country, but it also leaves behind some questions. Are we really free? Have we overcome each and every hurdle? No, but we have certainly tried. Just after independence, our country was just like a chaotic jigsaw puzzle. We have done a pretty good job of putting these pieces together. We are yet far from completely fulfilling the dreams of our valiant freedom fighters who gave their life for our freedom.

We, the youth, are India’s future. It is our responsibility to take India to the true realm of freedom. Let us together give India a fresh start and turn it into the epitome of development and peace.

Jai Hind!

My India Experience

Stephanie Downing, Exchange Student (Hawaii – USA)

Namaste! Although this is my 4th visit to India, this has been my first trip to Indore and my first time learning Hindi. I am half Indian but my familiarity with Indian culture, history, and the language is poor since I have lived in the US my entire life.

My first impression of India when I visited 12 years ago for the first time was the consistent honking of all the cars and auto rickshaws. In my hometown of Ewa Beach, Hawaii, very rarely do commuters blare their horn when driving and if they do, they are subjected to nasty looks and expressions from other divers.

Before arriving to Indore, I along with the other exchange students took a 14 hour train from New Delhi. This was my first time on an Indian sleeper train and it was truly an adventure to say the least.

At Mandu

I was surprised to see how close the quarters were and how difficult it was to use the bathroom while moving 100 km per hour.

I was also amazed to see how much unoccupied land there was as the train travelled past the villages. Some of the villagers lived so isolated from society and probably had no access to supermarket, a hospital, or other modern day essentials. I wondered how these people were able to get by when extreme weather conditions occurred or if there was a medical emergency.

Throughout my visits to India, I have experienced on many accounts, the kindness and generosity of the Indian people. I have created some of the most meaningful relationships during my visits, which is always the best memory I have of every trip to India that I’ve had. These relationships have contributed to the acceptance and understanding of other cultures and beliefs around the world.

I look forward to spending another month here in Indore and feel very grateful to have this amazing cultural opportunity.

Independence…

Inter-Class Board Decoration – August 2015

Board Decoration Theme: Independence

A Rainy Day

Anushka Mimani, Class X B

I remember as it was yesterday,

Dark coloured skin with a bowl in each hand,

Two small girls stood in the middle of the road.

So frail, so sad, God’s ways I could not understand.

Then the strong winds blowing, made it cold,

There were sounds of lightning and thunder.

Everyone looked up, rain drops poured.

The girls’ faces lit up as they sang and danced

Around them cars honked, people shoved and motors roared.

But either they didn’t hear or didn’t seem to care.

They were too busy splashing in the water,

And now I understood their fun, their share.

God always takes care of his sons and daughters.

My Fears

Sahaj Totla, Class IX G

I always had a fear,

That there is a snail in my ear.

If I do not study,

Exam would still be near.

If I sow a mango seed,

It might turn into a poisonous weed.

If I got stung by a spider,

Then the world would become wider and wider.

I always have nightmares,

Where I myself become a spider.

I will have no moment to spare

Before I’d be crushed by the Ghost Rider.

If I am in the dark,

I feel I am in a horror park.

Where no one dares to enter,

As there may be the ghosts of winter.

Oh I’m so afraid, so afraid,

I fear my maid would turn into a witch.

Oh I’m so afraid, so afraid,

That I’ll be eaten like a sandwich.

No matter what’s in my ear

The worst thing I fear, is my fear.

Childhood

Swasti Solanki, Class IX D

Working in a factory, all day and night,

Making all those crackers, was not my choice.

Tired and exhausted, no time to rest,

But my owner said, the crackers have to be the best.

Childhood is childhood, good or bad,

Though working as a slave, was the only choice I had.

A childhood lost, is the biggest loss,

Life would have been different, if I could be the boss!

Paper Art

Made by Nishika Jain, Jush Dassani, Class VII G

Our Nation, Our Pride

Inter-House Board Decoration – August 2015

Board Decoration Theme: Our Nation, Our Pride

Nature at its Best!

Juhee Goyal, Class X B

I am Nature, here before you today,

With a message I hope,

In your heart will stay.

To some I am about diversity,

And opposites coexisting together,

Animals big and small,

Heavy or even as light as a feather.

I am the plants, short and tall,

I am the plants, colourless and green,

Huge animals like the blue whale,

Or even microbes which can’t be seen.

To some I am the rivers that flow,

I am the mountains erect, islands secluded,

I am the trees, in the wind bent low.

But let me tell you, I am and symbolize,

More than you could ever know.

I am the plants in the forest

And animals running free in the wild.

I am the unforsaken love

Between a mother and her child.

My beauty lies in something

Beyond the petty boundaries of sight.

It’s my ability to rejuvenate,

Even after the fiercest storms,

Me being unbiased, impartial,

Following no social norms.

Now hush, be quiet, don’t make a sound,

You’ll be able to hear

And see me all around.

Month: August 2015

Raksha Bandhan

Anushka Mimani, Class X B

Independence Day

Naman Pandey, Class X D

My India Experience

Stephanie Downing, Exchange Student (Hawaii – USA)

Independence…

Inter-Class Board Decoration – August 2015

Board Decoration Theme: Independence

A Rainy Day

Anushka Mimani, Class X B

My Fears

Sahaj Totla, Class IX G

Childhood

Swasti Solanki, Class IX D

Paper Art

Made by Nishika Jain, Jush Dassani, Class VII G

Our Nation, Our Pride

Inter-House Board Decoration – August 2015

Board Decoration Theme: Our Nation, Our Pride

Nature at its Best!

Juhee Goyal, Class X B

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