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A TRUE CHRISTMAS SHORT STORY

 A TRUE SHORT CHRISTMAS STORY Almighty blessed me with four grandchildren, two of whom are due to the only daughter, now adults with their own livelihood, and the other two are the only son's attending school. All four are girls. The youngest is about ten years old.      CHRISTMAS is round the corner. Naturally, everyone thinks of celebrations and gifts, for the friends and the near dear to share the joys with them. Children especially plan the events for the celebrations decorating with illuminations, purchasing ornamental gear, dresses and so on.  The youngest grandchild, who is in her fifth standard at school appeared to be too busy with her own activities and on her own. Got inquisitive and started observing her and her interests. To my surprise noticed her deep interest in creativity and artistic manipulations in paperwork, beadworks, and embroidery. These activities gave me confidence on her interests, and felt she needs to be encouraged to develop her tal...