Sanu Laxmi means “little Laxmi” in Nepali… because Laxmi has a big Ama Ghar sister with the same name (Tula Laxmi). But there’s nothing little about our Laxmi – she’s a dynamo! Here’s what her sister Rupa had to say about her… “Laxmi’s favorite game is badminton. She likes to play with dolls. Her hobby is swimming. Her aim is …
Meet Sanu Laxmi – she’s small but mighty!
Sanu Laxmi means “little Laxmi” in Nepali… because Laxmi has a big Ama Ghar sister with the same name (Tula Laxmi). But there’s nothing little about our Laxmi – she’s a dynamo! Here’s what her sister Rupa had to say about her… “Laxmi’s favorite game is badminton. She likes to play with dolls. Her hobby is swimming. Her aim is …
Seven from Class 10 Pass Their National Exams!
Our seven Ama Ghar kids in Class 10 not only passed their SLC (a national scholastic exam that determines whether or not a student can pass on to higher education) – they passed with flying colors! Ashok and Sajan passed with Distinction, and all five of the girls passed in First Division. These are excellent marks on everyone’s part, and …
These Kids Work Hard!
Although the children of Ama Ghar work hard at school and athletics, they also are exceptional in their willingness to work hard to help finish their new home. They have painted walls and doors, created art projects to decorate the rooms, painted their beds and helped Uma to sew up new cushions. And now they’re busy finishing up our outdoor …
Buddha's Birthday at Ama Ghar
Buddha’s birthday is generally celebrated in May – dates vary across Asia. As a gift to Buddha on his birthday, we decorated our new stupa with flowers. Pictured here: our Administrator and House Father, Bhesh, celebrates Buddha’s birthday at the stupa with some of the Ama Ghar kids and their curious new puppy.
Buddha’s Birthday at Ama Ghar
Buddha’s birthday is generally celebrated in May – dates vary across Asia. As a gift to Buddha on his birthday, we decorated our new stupa with flowers. Pictured here: our Administrator and House Father, Bhesh, celebrates Buddha’s birthday at the stupa with some of the Ama Ghar kids and their curious new puppy.
A Cultural Lesson for the Ama Ghar Artists
Thought you’d enjoy this photo of some of the older children learning more about Newari culture! Bonnie took Ama Ghar’s five best artists to an art exhibit in Kathmandu, highlighting ancient Newari art. Newars are the majority people of the Kathmandu Valley, and they have a wonderful tradition of visual arts, including painting and carving. This particular show was of religious …
Our Future Surgeon
Another excerpt from Neil Dixit’s excellent article in the Nepali Times, about Ama Ghar “graduate” Sharada. “I want to be a surgeon,” she says shyly, yet with undeniable determination. Sharada has spent 8 years at Ama Ghar, and is unequivocal about her experience. “Ama Ghar changed my life; it made me more responsible. I want to set a good example …
A Special Thanks
MY LIFE AT AMA GHAR When I came to Ama Ghar, I found that I was in safe place and I had a new and a big family. The environment was different.My new life started over here. I’m very thankfull to the GOD for sending me in this place. Right now I’m very happy to …
Dashain Celebrations
Dashain is always a special time for the Ama Ghar children, but this year was particularly exciting for the children because Shrawan Nepali, Ama Ghar co-founder, celebrated Dashain with us and gave tika (the combination of rice and tika powder applied to the forehead as a blessing) to all. In the Nepali tradition, all elders give tika to everyone younger at …