I am sure some LNP members well deserve it. They can consider the photos, the latest (taken last week) as their Christmas present this year. You have done a great job. Specially Laith ayya and Mr Brown with the able assistance of Ekanayake. The construction of the house is complete (at a cost of Rs. 550,000) and all it needs is painting. I am told that will be done soon, hopefully in January next year, when the blind lady`s family moves in.

However guys, Shakti being Shakti always like to paint the true picture in spite of making you happy by window dressing.

Yes, we have built a house for the poor family but that does not mean we have solved all their problems.

The blind lady remains blind. In spite of whatever discussed in LNP no doctor has seen ever her. (She refuses to visit a hospital I will request Ekanayake to persuade her) She still does not have any means of income. (But two children of hers now attend school, which is good news) Her children still wear dirty and old clothes.

The road that leads to her house remains in pathetic conditions. Her neighbours remain as poor as her. These are issues we can hardly do anything about. But a flavor of reality does no harm.

Another problem is she vehemently refuses to be a part of the
society. Probably because with her past unpleasant interactions with the society. Because of this she does not have an ID card and not receiving any welfare benefits like Samurdhi.

Guys, you have done a great job. But do not leave it half done. These are all I request. It would not be difficult if we all get together to do it. (Apart from Ekanayake, I have many others at that end who are willing to assist)

1. A doctor, please help her. If any eye-specialist wishes to visit there I am glad to arrange the transport and accommodation on my own with one night stay at Bibile town. I might even accompany depending upon my schedule.

2. We need to bring her to society. I will try to find a way to get her an ID and Samurdhi. Please let me know if anyone can pull few strings better. (I do not want to go after politicians)

3. If we can find few foster parents for her four kids, that will be great. This is only till they finish their education. A payment of US$ 30 per month would suffice.

Okay, that`s all for the moment. We have taken the first steps, but don`t stop. Let us get together to make this difference.