Dear Madam Yangki Dem and Tshewang Sir,
It is one of the greatest letters I have ever received for its content. You both are indeed role model Bhutanese citizens, true teachers, ideal parents, exemplary couple and fine human beings. I am proud of you. My father commented: “I love the Bhutanese because they are simple and humble.” According to Mahatma Gandhi, when we are on a foreign land we represent our own country. If we are good, our country becomes good in the eyes of the foreigners. If we are bad, our country becomes bad.” Congratulations! You have presented a wonderful image of Bhutan in the eyes and mind of my old father who has never been to Bhutan. Many Bhutanese friends have visited us. From their behavior and from my transformed character, my father has developed a very high impression of Bhutan and the Bhutanese.
Madam Yangki, from my observation of your
divine qualities, I understand why Lord Ramakrishna had worshipped His wife and
was successful to invoke the Universal Mother in her. In line with Swami
Vivekananda, I strongly believe that every woman is a living embodiment of the
Universal Mother. I have seen maximum manifestation of divinity in women in
Bhutan. I believe men will be able to see new light in life when women are
treated with honour and dignity. From my experience as Matron for eleven years
at Nangkor Higher Secondary School, I have learned the truth that women are far
superior to men in their virtues, humanity, sublimity and divinity as Mahatma
Gandhi expressed. The secret behind the success and happiness of your children
and the family imparts me great education. It is all because of your virtuous
and value-laden living style. As spouse both of your unflagging support and
care to each other is commendable. Happy, Healthy, holy and harmonious
relationship between parents create heaven for the children. From my experience
I have learned that the divine love between couples is a great tonic and
nourishment for all children. Children suffer and wither when they see the
parents’ relationship strained and embittered. A philosopher said: “ The most
important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother, and
the most important thing a mother can do for her children is to love their
father.” Jonas Salk said: “Good parents give their children Roots and Wings.
Roots to know where home is, Wings to fly away and exercise what’s been taught
to them.”
Sir and Madam, I am passionate to share with
you that the present Bhutanese English curriculum is fantastic. Because of my
experience of teaching English in Bhutanese education system, I have been blessed
to gain firm foothold in my hometown. I am optimistic that by the wealth of
Bhutanese English I will be able to serve my motherland to a good extent. I
feel in the modern world English is a strong pillar of success in all fields of
life. I thank God for sending me to Bhutan. I wish and pray that the present
English curriculum in Bhutan is implemented more effectively.
That’s all for today. May God guide you at
every step of your life to live a righteous and virtuous life and relish the
elixir of this crown human life! Palden Drukpa Gyalo!
With profound love and respects,
Yours sincerely,
Santosh Chowdhury
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