Srikar Kovvali's Blog

Hi Aunty / Uncle

Namaskaram

Thank you very much for thinking about giving me a gift.

This is my opportunity to ask what I like and want – right? After all, its my birthday

I was listening intent to my parents thoughts for more than a year now (if you count my time in my moms tummy too).

I have witnessed all that my parents went through during the first year of my life. Almost all of you have provided great support  to my parents during the tough times with your nice words and deeds.

A BIG THANK YOU !

During all those times, my parents and I worked together. I listened to them and to the doctors. I behaved just as a good boy as much as I can.

I have seen them weep, pray, thank and smile too. I almost felt guilty for being a reason for their troubles. But, I also am the source of their joy today.

I have come a full circle. I now play lot of tricks to put a smile on their face. I crawl like a soldier, sit like a champ, rollover like a lil monkey, stand steady like a pillar – yeah, I will walk like a hero too – but after my first birthday !

Today, I am happy and proud …so are they !

Midst all the happiness, I did not forget my parent’s resolve and advice to me at around 6 months of my age – it was in language of hearts in silence.

“Dear son, do your best to help others who may be less fortunate – count your luck and Thank the lord ! Spend every year of your life as an eternal gift” !

As I turn one this year, I want to remember those thoughts and put a piece of action.

My resolve is to turn around all my Birthday presents to one of your chosen charities/funds listed below.

1. Microplace.com
2. kiva.org
3. US division of Sankara Netralaya
4. Spandana Foundation

My parents are involved in more than one organization above. They researched and hand picked these organizations.

With the help of my parents, I plan to donate 100% of your contributions to the organization you select.

Also, my parents will be matching 100% of your contribution (your gift will be doubled) to one of the four organizations.

A gift is to remember ! Your gift of contribution will be remembered for long and will be thanked not just by me and my parents but some other needy family/person too.

Thank you very much for your thought of giving me a present on my Birthday and making it BIG with fond memories.

PS: Pls do not bring any presents to my house on my Birthday. Any intended present, pls contribute below.

PPS: All payment processing is via paypal – none of the info is saved on my website   click here for FAQ and detailed info.

PPPS: Any specific question on the contribution, my parents will be glad to represent me to talk to you – lol !

Thank you and Happy new year 2010 !

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