I had cried before I write this. I used to think that I should keep this for myself because it seems to be adverse with my positive characteristics… However, I coudnt stop thinking of that sad story, of that child’s destiny… a heartbreaking story….
That 8 years old child has bright and smart eyes, his Mom died 3 years ago, his Dad died one month before traditional holiday (it is about 9 months ago). Both of them died by HIV. And that poor destiny doesn’t eliminate him. He has HIV in his blood, he can’t live over one year….
He is living alone in torn and poverty house which is behind his uncle’s house. All of his blood-relation are poor like him and nobody could help him. He has to do all work by himself beause people are scared of his disease….
8 years old child has to do all bathing, cooking, caring and curing himself….
When the journalist asked him that what he wish, he answered that:
“I wish I could have more noodles to eat!!!! I don’t want to live alone because I am scared of… ghost, many dead were buried on that hill and I have heard many strange echos at night…”
“When I grow up I will plant much aubergine and I will earn more money, I will buy more noodles…”
Heartbreaking!
I cried when I listened to that little voice… I can realize his hope of life in his eyes. That is an extreme love of this life… The right of living and working is so simple to the others but it is so luxury to this little child… I almost believe that he has never given up that wonderful wish until the day he has to die…
I, the adult, have learnt so many lessons from you. Thank little child who helps me to realize the value of life. Everyday I exist in this life is the luxury gift from the Gods. And I respect all seconds of this life…
And little child, you are not alone, we are all beside you. We will struggle with that damned disease to save your life!!!
P/S: When I finish writing this post, many many Vietnamese have already sent their compliment and support to this little child. And me too…
Oh my, thanks so much for sharing this story, this has touched my heart…so very sad!! x
Yes, you are right, it is really sad!
What a brave little child. That really touched my heart. Whatever problems we have pale into insignificance when we hear of something like this.
We cannot ignore the heart-rending plight of these children!
It always hurts my heart when thinking of them!
stay strong,
sadness is all over the place all the time..
well done!
🙂
Thanks Jingle!
I love ur poems as well!
This is highly emotionally charged.
You have done something very good here raising awareness
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