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REACHING OUT AND MAKING A DIFFERENCE
From the Editor May the New Year bring peace, hope and contentment to all, with a special prayer for those in strife and in need.
by Jaya Earnest (Founder Member - Australia)
As we commence the New Year 2013, I have a message of REACHING OUT AND MAKING A DIFFERENCE. I have been fortunate in the last 23 years to have lived in six countries and meet some amazing women who display determination, strength to achieve and make a difference. My short message is about women around the world interwoven with my personal journey.
Our Festive Issue was well received and once again Femnet extends its thanks to all our global contributors, for making the Issue the success that it The 1990s: I grew up in Mumbai, India in a simple and religious catholic household, where was.
reconnected with women who I had met on my many journeys there who continue to work for their children, communities and subsequently their country. December 2012: In Colva, Goa - Betsy Nunes (the brain behind Femnet), Mariedale Pais (the creative director) and I met for the first time and exchanged stories. It was a wonderful evening when three of the F-Ms could meet. Here is a snapshot from the evening.
my parents (Maria & Anthony) instilled in me the
T h i s I s s u e c o v e r s a value of education, service and giving your best Christmas story, sentiments in any way you can. I moved to Kisumu, Kenya on the New Year and a in 1990 and to Kampala, Uganda in 1993 and heartfelt tribute to a special was involved in education change. In these lady and mother – Mabel countries, I learned about HIV, worked with Moniz- by Maureen Pereira. teachers who had overcome conflict and trauma and was exposed to human resilience. We have also included a In 1997, moving to Rwanda after the genocide book review in this Issue as and establishing a school, I worked alongside well as an announcement teachers who had experienced family loss and from the Alumni Association displayed the capacity of the human spirit to of Dr Ribeiro Goan School, overcome adversity. In 1999, I moved to Nairobi, Kenya, of an Alumni Perth, Western Australia and met educators at Memorial Mass to be held in the university who wanted to make a Goa. difference in people's lives. February Issue 11 - we hope to The 2000s: In 2003 and 2005, I spent time in centre on Valentine's Day - a Timor Leste and met Timorese women who Day that must surely have a tale had endured Indonesian persecution. In or two to be spun! - romance in February and March 2011, I was in Kigali, bloom or memories of a Rwanda teaching a group of nearly 40 romance?… Do share them with students mostly women, this amazing group of women were studying for a Femnet.
Master's degree – all of them had full time We would love our readership to jobs, had families and young children. extend to women of all ages, so do The women had a strong desire to promote Femnet to the younger progress their studies and be generation as they have so much to empowered so that they could work for give and we have so much more to their country Rwanda. In May 2011, I visited Mumbai, India and met with learn! women community health workers, If you would like to see a particular working with women and their theme for subsequent Issues, we would families who have HIV/AIDS. They be delighted to receive your suggestions. w o r k e d u n d e r d i f f i c u l t circumstances for minimal pay to I wish you all a Happy New Year 2013. help women and families who are affected and infected with HIV. In June 2012, I again (Editor) visited Timor-Leste and once again
From right: Betsy Nunes (formerly from Kenya now settled in Goa), Marie-dale (Goa) & Jaya (Western Australia)
Women around the world continue to work extremely hard and if women decided they would stop working for a week, the economies of countries would possibly collapse. Women have been significant players in the world's recent political revolts. I wish you all 'A Happy New Year 2013' and share a message of peace and hope in the world. I end with a short verse written by a young Middle Eastern woman. I Painted Peace & Hope I had a box of colors —bright, alive and bold I had a box of colors — some warm, some very cold I had orange - for the joy of life And Green - for shoots and nests And Blue - for the bright blue skies And Pink - for dreams and rest I sat down and combined colours and painted peace and hope My message is for each of us women to take daring and strong steps in making a difference in our lives and the lives of others and receive much joy and satisfaction in the process.
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THE ORIGINS OF “NEW YEAR'S DAY” by Andrea Barretto - (Mumbai) Andrea is a stay-at-home mother of two. She previously worked in event management and a not-for-profit in Singapore. Since the birth of her first child eight years ago, she has focused her attention on her children and now utilises her spare time to work in event management and compering, with a passion for kids theme parties. After eight years in Delhi, she is currently happy to be living in Mumbai, where she and her family can make frequent 'unplanned' trips to Goa. Truly the most celebrated day on the planet, New Year's Day celebrations have no language, no religion and no borders. It is a day dedicated to uniting people, to encourage peace across the world. New Year's Day has encouraged communities throughout the world to develop their own new traditions. The eve of which, we always spend looking back at the past and more importantly forward to the coming year. It's a time to reflect on the changes we want to make in our lives and the 'resolution' to follow through on those changes. As much as we celebrate it, there is very little we actually know about this day and how it came to be called New Year's Day. This year I decided to take a bit of a journey into the history of this great day and this is what I learned. It is believed that the great Roman Emperor, Julius Caesar, proposed January 1 as the first day of the year way back in 46 BCE. You see the month January was so named after the Roman God of doors and gates, Janus. He was a being with two faces, one forward and the other back. This dual personality to Caesar, symbolized a
transition from one year to the next. Ironically, till then the New Year was marked by the date on which each consul – like Julius Caesar (the highest elected Roman political post) first entered office. The Romans had the right idea... (wish we could start the year on the day we decided to enter the office!!) After the Roman Republic and subsequently the Roman calendar were dissolved, the Julian calendar was used and was still in use in Russia till as late as 1918. The calendar as we know it today, called the Gregorian calendar or Western calendar is internationally the most widely accepted civil/secular calendar format. It was introduced by Pope Gregory XIII (the 226th pope, from 1572 to 1585) who it was clearly named after, in 1582. Even though the Gregorian calendar was adopted immediately by most Catholic countries of Europe, it would be centuries before the entire world began following the Gregorian calendar. In fact you will be amazed to know that a few countries like Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia and Iran still use their own regional calendars even for official purposes. Various other dates were also used to mark the beginning of the year
even after the adoption of the Gregorian calendar. Many Christian countries used to mark the beginning of the year on 25 March - the day of the Feast of the Annunciation or the day on which, Angel Gabriel told the Virgin Mary that she would be the Mother of Christ, thus also marking the Incarnation of God the Son. During some part of history Easter was considered the first day of the year, but this Easter style dating was quickly abandoned because Easter was a 'movable feast' and the same date could occur twice in the same year. 25th December was also considered a start to the year, being the winter solstice – and of course later the Feast of the Birth of Jesus Christ. The date that finally won over all the others in the Christian calendar was the day on which Jesus was circumcised according to Jewish tradition eight days after His birth. This year as you watch 'the old man' – 2012 enter the history books and 'the new baby' – 2013 stretch its tiny legs, think back and celebrate not only the passing of one fantastic year but also of the centuries of history and tradition that make the world as we know it today.
NEW YEAR SENTIMENTS by Jennifer Dos Reis Falcao - (Goa) New Year arrives at the height of the festive season, coming as it does after Christmas and before Epiphany. Having survived the house cleaning, decorating, sweet making and cake baking preChristmas days, we now come into the New Year. Dotted with end-of-the-year parties, the inevitable weddings and New Year dances, it is a busy season. Newspapers bombard us with announcements of the “happening” events and we get caught in the commercial web. Head spinning, I was in a bind one year deciding what to do and where to go when a Christmas card arrived which forever changed this “chaotic” season. Adorned by a pretty spray of flowers were the words: “Be Still……….. and let the real joy of Christmas steal gently into your heart”.
recalled a wrist-band a friend wore inscribed with the initials WWJD – which translated into What Would Jesus Do! Yes what, indeed would He do? I think He would encourage us to have a good time because He “partied” too, during His time on earth. He changed water into wine at the wedding feast at Cana where He and His mother were guests. Jesus also dramatically hosted five thousand people to a meal after He blessed the loaves and fish. Wherever Jesus went to dine, whether with friend or foe, saint or sinner, He did so with respect and dignity, always giving honour to His Heavenly Father. He has set the pace, so let our celebrations also always give honour to God who is the only reason for our very being.
A few days after we bring in the New Year, our Baby Boy will be visited by the Three Kings from the East. They will bow before Him acknowledging Him as the King of Kings. After this commanding event, the curtain will come down on the Christmas and New Year festivities. What direction will our lives take on then? Another Christmas card gave the answer” when it With the newspaper still in front of me, I manifested: Serene words, bringing to mind the quiet scene at Bethlehem where a little Baby Boy was born in a stable, to be the savior of the world! This unhurried scene brought a feeling of calm and the realisation that what we do, should be done for Him, who is the reason for the season.
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“The spirit of Christmas is Joy The message of Christmas is Peace The meaning of Christmas is Love” Simple guide lines to follow as the New Year unfolds day by day… but are the spirit, the message and the meaning of Christmas easy to follow in reality? To d a y ' s w o r l d i s s o a d v a n c e d technologically, that man does not just think, but he believes that he is god. Values have changed and morals are being side-tracked. It is for us to stand firm in our belief of what is right and proper. Lord Forte, owner of one of the biggest hotel and catering companies in the world got it right when he said to his son Rocco: “Five thousand years ago what I am saying was right. In five thousand years what I am saying will still be right – cleanliness, decency, respect for others, politeness, good manners, integrity – they will never be old-fashioned.” As the days unfold in 2013 let us put God in the centre – and everything will come together…and remember, when you need to know the way to go – ASAP. ASAP? Always say a Prayer.
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A MEDICAL MISSION TRIP TO AFRICA
JOSH'S FIRST CHRISTMAS
by Catherine Pereira - (Canada)
by Charlene Kingsbury - (Kenya)
Catherine (nee D'Costa) was born in Nairobi, a granddaughter of Dr. Rosendo Ribeiro who was a pioneer doctor and founder of the Goan School in Nairobi. She emigrated with her family to Toronto in 1967. After graduating as a registered nurse, she worked in a variety of fields from volunteer work in India, to a range of experiences in hospitals, to palliative care in the homes and finally teaching at the local College. She is married to Ken Pereira and they reside in Ottawa with their son and daughter. Both Ken and Catherine have now retired and they try to give back to Society in a number of ways, as illustrated in her article.
There is one Christmas I will never forget in the year of 1983! Our firstborn son had recently been diagnosed with several congenital heart defects and had already had one heart surgery to attempt to correct them. We are missionaries in Kenya but were in the U.S. on our first leave. It was a very difficult time for us and heart breaking, as we had been childless for the first seven years of our marriage and now we were facing the possible loss of this long hoped for child.
In August, 2012, my husband and I had the unique opportunity of participating on a medical mission to Tanzania. TANCAN 2012 was the n a m e g i ve n t o t h e mission trip – a union between Tanzania and Canada in aiding two very remote villages in the south-west corner of Tanzania, close to the Mozambique border. This was a maternal and newborn initiative to assist the Tanzanians in turning around the statistic of a high mortality rate in this very susceptible group. The TANCAN team comprised of 22 Canadians from across Canada, who worked with their Tanzanian counterparts to exchange and collect information that would help us with our task.
and placed every aspect of their lives in God's hands. Holy Mass was an experience to behold. The singing, dancing and praise to God were so uplifting. Waking up for Mass at 5:30 am turned out to be a wonderful experience. January is the month of new resolutions. When we retired, we made a resolution, which we renew each year, that we would share our good fortune with those who were not as fortunate as us. This resolution has taken us to our church, where we have been involved in many ministries. From there, we went on to work at a local soup kitchen, where we volunteer on a weekly basis to feed homeless patrons. Four years ago, we went with Habitat for Humanity to Guatemala, where we helped to build houses in the mountains for the indigenous Mayans. Our latest venture was the Medical Mission to Africa.
About a week before Christmas in 1983, Joshua had his second surgery and was lying in intensive care unit. I was shocked to see all the tubes and wires protruding from his tiny body! I could hardly find an area of skin to caress. It was a sad Christmas for me indeed, but we were hoping he would be discharged by Christmas day at least. How I longed for a 'normal' Christmas! To try to feel normal, I looked in the stores for a little Christmas tree to try to make the house we were temporarily living in more cheery, but alas, they were all too expensive. I finally prayed that God would help me find a tree I could afford (though I felt silly at such a seemingly selfish request). Shortly thereafter, we were coming home at night, coming a different way due to slippery snow on the roads and our headlights caught a glint – tinsel on a tree that had been abandoned by the road BEFORE Christmas! I took it in, cleaned it up and decorated it.
The mission trip was run by Chalice, a Catholic charity that supports initiatives in developing countries through sponsorship of children in need. To date, educational support, proper nutrition and medical care are being provided to 46,000 individuals, at 50 sponsor sites, in 15 developing We have this tree to this day and lovingly countries. Money Sense Magazine has decorate it each year. It has made two trips rated Chalice as the top International Aid across the Atlantic. It is old and beat up by and Development Charity in Canada three now, but I still feel it is the loveliest tree I've years in a row with over 90% of donated funds being designated to charitable work Should your New Year's resolutions include had since growing up. making a life changing experience in at sites. someone else's life, we would highly After a couple of scares, Joshua finally We saw a total of 1800 patients, delivered recommend sponsoring a child through began to eat (he refused a bottle at first three beautiful babies, lobbied the Chalice. We witnessed first hand the impact and they would not release him from ICU Tanzanian Government to provide us with that sponsorship has on the child, the until he began eating) and his heart finally Vitamin A – (the population in this area is village and the community at large. For began to pace itself. He was released with a highly deficient). We conducted HIV testing more information on this worthy cause, clean bill of health, two days before Christmas. We took him 'sledding' at and channelled all the positive patients into visit www.chalice.ca Grandma and Grandpa's home Christmas Government-run treatment programs. We treated the children for worms and dealt I wish you and your families a very Happy Day. Oh, what joy to have a 'normal' Christmas! with horrendous wound infections (one New Year! caused by a snake bite that took out the back of an eight year old child's ankle). A FORTHCOMING EVENT Dr. Ribeiro Goan School Alumni Memorial Mass (Goa) Sat. Jan 26, 2013, 10:00AM The Alumni Association of Dr Ribeiro Goan School, Nairobi, Kenya will honour all deceased students, faculty and staff at an Alumni Memorial Mass scheduled for 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 26, 2013 at the Basilica Bom Jesus, Old Goa. Former student, Rev. Fr Ayres Fernandes, will preside at the Memorial Mass. Following I came back from Tanzania with a renewed mass, light refreshments will be served in a hope for humanity. The Tanzanians we hall adjacent to the Basilica. All alumni, worked with were kind, patient, generous former faculty, family and friends are
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welcome to attend. As many Femnet readers are among the DRGS alumni worldwide and visit Goa at this time, please spread the word. If you plan to attend please contact Melba Quiterio in Goa at 832 2472435 or visit the ex-student web site at: https://sites.google.com/site/ memorialmassgoa/ The DRGS website features and actively promotes Femnet. Ex-students include Betsy Pinto-Nunes (creator of Femnet) and Pam Moniz (founder Member) a past teacher at the school.
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A TRIBUTE TO A BEAUTIFUL LIVING LEGEND… MY WONDERFUL MOM - MABEL MONIZ by Maureen Pereira - Canada Maureen lives in Toronto Canada. She left Kenya in the mid'60s for the UK, married Eugene Pereira in 1970 and emigrated to Canada in 1975. They have two sons, Karl born in the UK and Gavin born in Canada. Maureen has worked in Education and retired after 22 years employment at a university. She is involved in the G.O.A. Retiree group and in voluntary church and nursing home activities. She is enjoying her first grandchild, a daughter Maya Christina born to Karl and Tamara (nee De Souza). Karl works in the private financial sector and Gavin married to Danielle (nee Da Cruz) received his PhD in Chemistry and also works in the private sector. Eugene is an accountant and both enjoy travelling. They have recently returned from a memorable Kenya/Tanzania safari, with memories of an emotional visit to the Goan Gymkhana Nairobi - her parents being one of the founder members. Seeing the portrait of the first founder member, beloved R.A. Oliver (fondly remembered as 'papa Oliver' having lived with her family in his final years) was a nostalgic moment too. With many expert qualities, she was passionate in everything she did, be it dressmaking, knitting, crocheting or exotic gourmet and culinary arts. My sister Pam and I always had new beautiful similar dresses of the finest fabrics and not to leave our brother Caje out of the fashion mode, Mum made several attempts at shorts and shirts for him.
Mabel, born in Entebbe, Uganda, is a force to reckon with. Her late parents Hortencia and John B Pinto had six children. Mabel as the eldest carried the torch for all her five siblings and cared for them in her growing years. Mother Horty had a voice like a nightingale and enjoyed nurturing her singing passion so most of the household chores were left to Mabel. Her parents musical talents were passed down – all the children were talented musically, artistically or in the acting field. Sidney, Eric and Hilda - best piano players - and I would say the most talented was the youngest Mervyn, pianist and artist of the best kind. Sadly now all passed on, except for Mabel and Maurice who also played the trumpet in his younger years.
Mabel was not only the best wife, she is also the best mom, sister, aunt, grandmother and now great grandmother to six adorable tykes residing in Bangladesh, Holland, Mumbai and Canada. Celebrating a young golden age of 91 years (July 2012) no one would say she has aged, despite the hard but very dedicated life over these nine decades. Many may know she nurtured my father in Nairobi for all of their wedded life and later in Goa where he was an invalid for eight long years before her beloved husband Xavier, our Dad passed away. She simultaneously cared for her ailing mother and brother Eric, with never a complaint or whimper.
She made lots of friends wherever she went, helped parents and sick children on the high seas whilst on holidays to India and she still has lots of oomph left in her life. She has travelled extensively, Portugal, Spain, Florida, England, Wales and Rome seeing the late Pope John Paul II at very close quarters – a gift she received on her 80th birthday from very good Mabel had a beautiful voice, singing at her friends Marcia and John Dos Rosario, who own wedding and at many other weddings live in Rome. too. Now, having lost her powerful voice, In gratitude darling Mom, I would just like she just sings at parties. She loved sports, to say you have been here for each of your winning many trophies at Badminton and three children - Pam, Maureen and Caje, Tennis. After her schooling she taught their families, children, grandchildren and briefly at the Norman Godhino School in Kampala and shortly after, was whisked away to Nairobi to marry her Prince Charming - my father, Xavier Moniz.
extended families. I speak for all when I say; Darling Mom, there will never be anyone like you – so caring, always positive, and gracious in all aspects of your life - always dressed to the hilt and in tune with modern day fashions. You are a fine example of what we should be like and how we should live our lives, with love, contentment, graciousness and always forgiving. Mum visited us in Toronto, to celebrate her 91st birthday and her youngest grandson's wedding - Gavin and Danielle. She also enjoyed being with her older grandson Karl/Tamara and their adorable daughter, Maya Christina now 20 months old. Mum, may you enjoy all these celebrations, love and friendship of so many more you will meet on your journey. God bless you Mum. Love you always HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM. Pam Maureen and Caje.
NEW YEAR by Stacy Rodrigues - (Goa) The wheel of time waits for no man with another cycle complete it's time once again to welcome the New Year with unbreakable resolutions to spread love to let go on grudges carrying forward teachings from good to bad experiences… what is new year all about? It's all about joyful hopes Hopes to have a peaceful and prosperous NEW YEAR…
Dad idolised Mum and gave her reins to her heart's desire. She successfully directed many plays and a concert and also organised one of the first Santa Claus visits in the Goan Gymkhana. She got many of the youngsters involved and was a strong force in decision making. One year as Board Member of the Dr. Ribeiro School, she was instrumental in getting the Principal Fr. Frank Commerford reinstated, when he was erroneously suspended.
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COMMENTS FROM OUR READERS - ISSUE NO 8/9 From Elsie and Merwyn Maciel - UK
Midnight Special dances, not to mention the popular tag dances!!... "memories eh! Issue 8 - Another interesting issue.... ...life was beautiful then" as per the Betsy, enjoyed your 'Ramblings' which song!... brought back many memories of Christmases & New Years of yesteryear's. Congrats to the Femnet team. Jaya Ernest (FM) - Australia On Issue 9 - you all do a wonderful job and Issue 8 - Another excellent issue. Stacy's the varied stories are of interest to us all. article is indeed sad - that a child is not believed by her parents and doctor!! - to overcome against these odds, shows From Mike Ali - Pakistan i m m e n s e s t r e n g t h , c o u ra g e a n d Issue 8 - I simply loved this issue and am determination. eagerly awaiting the Christmas issue as I am a 'Christmas nut' and love all things Nina D'Souza - Canada Christmassy. On Issue 9 – You have all really outdone yourselves. Fabulous issue and I read it slowly to make the nostalgic Christmas stories last longer. I have taken the liberty of publicising Femnet on various Goan forums on Yahoo and Facebook. (Thank you, Mike!!/Femnet Team).
Issue 9 - Betsy, the favourable comments you have received to date will, no doubt, get many more compliments. This is evidence of our appreciation and acknowledgement of your vivid imagination, creativity, and hard work.
Cynthia Pinto (FM) - UK From Marj Lobo - UK Issue 8: The articles are always enjoyable, inspiring and love the Christmas cake recipe in this month's issue. This is my favourite time of year and I do my best to keep the tradition of making sweets and taking little trays to neighbours and family members.
From Greta Dias – Canada Issue 8 - Glad to see you are publishing readers comments. My compliments to the Femnet team for connecting women worldwide. You started a network that we enjoy thoroughly... it is uplifting and allows women to share their stories. Congratulations!
Colleen D'Souza (FM) - Canada
Issue 9 - I know I am biased as my Mother, Betsy, helped put this together but well done on a fantastic edition.
Evelyn DaSilva – Canada Issue 9 - Great issue, loved your articles...easy and enjoyable reading am most envious of your writing skills but also grateful that you share them.
Catherine Pereira-Canada Issue 9 - I absolutely loved reading the latest issue. It brought back so many memories of my childhood in Nairobi. Wonderful to see submissions from people that we were once very close to in Nairobi and amazing to see the parallels between all the different countries. Thanks for all the wonderful memories
On Issue 8 - Loved your story, Marie-Dale. Sometimes all you need is a little nudge to get going and now see where you are! Also Lorraine Alvares – UK loved Stacey's encouraging and uplifting Issue 9 - Well done on producing this story – she is a gifted writer... and Betsy's interesting monthly Femnet. “Ramblings” prompted my memories as a child at the Gymkhana... On Issue 9 - The Christmas Issue is definitely nostalgic... wonderful to see participation from all our founding members and to see so many familiar contributors.
Mafie De Sa (FM) - UK
Carol D'Souza-USA Issue 9 - Just read the latest issue of Femnet - superb writing and wonderful memories.
Vicki Menezes (Coco) – Switzerland
Issue 9 - Auntie Betsy, you are really an Issue 8 - Stacy & Marie-dale's articles amazing woman and an example to many were so personal & a joy to read... Betsy's of us younger ones. I love Goanet.Femnet festive memories made me think of the because I honestly think there are so
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many exceptional Goan women out there and, through Goanet.Femnet, we can exchange our experiences, knowledge and promote our Goan culture. It is also a unique opportunity to find out what people from our distant or recent past are doing in life today.
Goretti Ali - Pakistan Issue 9 - I absolutely loved this issue and have forwarded it to a couple of my friends whom I know will enjoy reminiscing of Christmas' past. The idea of publishing Christmas memories from all over the world has been terrific.
Pam Gonsalves (FM) – UK Issue 9 - Every single article brought back tears, mostly of joy and happy memories of Christmas times spent in Goa and Kenya, spanning many years! We have been lucky to share them with parents, children and grandchildren and, in my mother, Mabel's case, with great grandchildren.
FEMNET REVIEWS Go Beyond The Classroom by Maura Abranches - Kenya An autobiography on the author's experiences as a teacher of Asian origin in Kenya. It covers her family life, childhood and youthful dreams that led her to a career in teaching. At a time when the future of schools was a hotly debated issue, Maura decided to write this book, drawing from her years of experience in the classroom and in school administration. It is her hope that the book will be a valuable reference point for Kenyan educators and that teachers will "Go beyond the classroom" to help students become achievers in school and in life. The book has been highly recommended by David Sperling, Research Professor at Strathmore University, Nairobi, as a jewel of wisdom “I have read it several times and enjoyed every read. I salute and thank Maura for sharing her experience and ideas and so much of her life with us”. Ian Fernandes, Nation Media Group, found it a fascinating insight into the teaching world. “Had I read this book during my school days, I would have definitely had a lot more respect for my teachers.” For more details and how to order a copy visit: http://www.gobeyondtheclassroom.co.ke
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