John's Story

I was born in Ondo state on April 9^th, 1997. After my father died, my family moved to Edo state where I grew up. We stayed with my grandfather because he was a native doctor. Ironically, it was my grandfather who had killed my father out of jealousy, when I was seven. He blinded one of my eyes and that is how my mother and brother / did the same to my mother and brother. It is only two of my sisters who are not blind. We then went to a convent in Edo state where the sister took care of us. She brought us to Anawhim Home.

The Sister who brought me told them( the staff) that I’d lost an eye, so they bought glasses for me. I  love reading Bible stories and ‘long books’ (novels). I like to help other’s write out their stories as well. Every morning, after I wake up, I pray my prayer to Him, at the altar I made. After, I clean my room, and take a bath, and eat my breakfast. I’m glad that I can go to classes ‘at home’( voluntary teacher’s come to the care home)

Today, I am 14 years old and one day, I would like to become a doctor. God Bless Anawhim Home for what they have done for me. I promise to make this home ‘happy’.

Teacher’s Comment:

An extremely intelligent boy. Helps others who can't write as well to verbalise their thoughts and feelings.  Appears composed and happy on outside, but little things still upset him. From then he can easily get moody/ withdrawn.



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