Relatives of Deny's, Pak Chaundra and Ibu Irene have an eighteen year old son with spina bifida. 11 years ago they started the Bethesda organization which helps children from Cirebon and far away with both physical and mental disabilities. Yesterday (Saturday) they had a the 11th anniversary party. These young bamboo players all are mentally challenged yet it brought tears to my eyes how hard they performed and how delighted they were with their performance. Other children sang, (wind beneath my feet was a popular tune) and some read. There are no government agencies that help these children or their families, they are often poor and isolated. There was a remarkable feeling of strength in that room.
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