In Christchurch, we know what emotions are felt when a natural disaster wrecks havoc on your environment and with your lives. Our thoughts go out to the Nepalese people as they struggle to come to terms with the devastation that surrounds them and to find the energy they will need to rebuild their homes and lives. Our thoughts are with you.
Some of our ESOL students leave
messages of support for the people of Nepal. A number of these students have
immigrated to New Zealand from Nepal, leaving grandparents and other relations
behind. It has been reassuring to hear that their families are safe. Our hearts
go out to you.
The children’s messages:
To the people of Nepal
I too come from Nepal. I feel so sorry for you all because I can
imagine that it must have been so bad.
My grandparents live in the Central Development Region, which was close
to where the earthquake struck. I am so
lucky that I wasn’t there at the time. My aunty has told us that our house in
Nepal was badly damaged. I do hope that they are managing. There was a bad earthquake in Christchurch
only four years ago so we know what it can be like. The people here are all thinking of you. Nisha
To the Nepalese People
I am very sorry that you have lost so many
people. We have heard about what has happened to lots of large buildings and
houses in your country. I am glad that
they are able to find people alive.
Try not to be too sad. We had a terrible
earthquake here in Christchurch four years ago, but the people didn’t give up.
I am from India and I wish that I could help.
From Vianca
To the Nepalese People
I am sorry about what has happened to you
all because of the earthquake. I know that some people are injured or lost. I
hope that your families are safe. Maybe some Christchurch people might come to
help you. Christchurch people know how
it feels to have had an earthquake.
Thinking of you – Arozo
To the people of Nepal
I was so sad to hear about the earthquake
in your country. I do hope that you have shelter, food and water. I feel bad
for Nisha, and her grandparents. I have two friends that come from Nepal and India
so I hope everyone is safe.
From Aisha
My name is Jashanpreet and I come from
India. I hope that the people from my country come to help you. I know that you
will need lots of help. We are thinking about you here in Christchurch.
Our Nepalese Students at St Albans School
Our thoughts:
