February was a special month for us. It was a time to look back and question 'so what' or 'how' of all that we had learned throughout our time at SAIACS. An experience at Indiranagar Methodist Church on 23rd was enough to gauge our capabilities in explaining before others what we knew. Puppets of our teacher, Dr. David Housholder, lovingly known as 'Doc', were quite refreshing. Cindy, whom I found fun-loving and jolly (quite like me), and her mother were also blessing in their own capacities.
Yet the best day in the module was 13th. No, not because its the day before the Valentine's Day. It was special because after studying together for more than twenty months, all of us unfolded something new about ourselves that the others never knew.
As a part of our education, our teacher, a truly grand-fatherly figure, Doc asked us to share our unforgettable experiences and influential personalities in our educational career. However, gradually the discussion, for the sake of good I think, turned towards sharing of our testimonies. One after another each spoke about how life had treated them and how God had called them in His vineyard. Each story was unique and special. Particularly impressive were Jayaraj and Jisha (forgive me for my subjective perspective). Not because others had nothing important to say, but probably because I had quite a few things to identify with both of them. I am aware that others have many exciting areas of their life, which they could not open up due to the constrains of time.
This was special occassion because, we, as a class had not been able to spent much time together, at least for last six months, due to our thesis writing work. We had hardly any time to find out how the other one was doing. But now was the time to pour out all that we had in our hearts eagerly waiting to be gushed out once provided the opportunity. It was Doc who with his caring attitude and patient listening opened the doors of our hearts and provided us with long-awaited opportunity. And the stories came flowing.
We realized that Dr. Housholder had not only held our house together, he had made it much stronger than before. Hats off to Doc.
Yet the best day in the module was 13th. No, not because its the day before the Valentine's Day. It was special because after studying together for more than twenty months, all of us unfolded something new about ourselves that the others never knew.
As a part of our education, our teacher, a truly grand-fatherly figure, Doc asked us to share our unforgettable experiences and influential personalities in our educational career. However, gradually the discussion, for the sake of good I think, turned towards sharing of our testimonies. One after another each spoke about how life had treated them and how God had called them in His vineyard. Each story was unique and special. Particularly impressive were Jayaraj and Jisha (forgive me for my subjective perspective). Not because others had nothing important to say, but probably because I had quite a few things to identify with both of them. I am aware that others have many exciting areas of their life, which they could not open up due to the constrains of time.
This was special occassion because, we, as a class had not been able to spent much time together, at least for last six months, due to our thesis writing work. We had hardly any time to find out how the other one was doing. But now was the time to pour out all that we had in our hearts eagerly waiting to be gushed out once provided the opportunity. It was Doc who with his caring attitude and patient listening opened the doors of our hearts and provided us with long-awaited opportunity. And the stories came flowing.
We realized that Dr. Housholder had not only held our house together, he had made it much stronger than before. Hats off to Doc.
2 comments:
And To Think that you and Villo always slept in his class.....
Maa hoon Na Sab pata hai mere koh :)
Don't listen to her, Charles, she's just jealous she wasn't in the course. Haina Nancy?
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