I've spoken to Caroline, Phyllis' mother on the phone, and Kosov's younger sister. I think both families know the lads have good accommodation and a caring old aunty.
So this was a gift from Caroline and her husband, a Kathakali dancing doll. Such dolls are all over India and have many different names but this one is special, and given what it cost, I think it is handmade and bought at a local village not far from Chennai.
It has a rollie poly base, with a male and female body and face. I often give it a push to make make it rock back and forth as I walk past it. I am quite fond of it.
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What a truly lovely gift.
ReplyDeleteOh, I really do like that. How wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThat's a really imaginative gift. I imagine the family is so happy he's safe and doing well far from home.
ReplyDeleteIt's lovely, and it dances!
ReplyDeleteThat is really lovely. I thought it was a Russian doll.
ReplyDeleteIt’s a beauty Andrew, they must be so happy their son has found a safe caring home with their Aussie aunty .
ReplyDeleteGood wishes from self proclaimed distant Aunty
I'm so glad you get the appreciation you deserve. :D Hugs, my dear.
ReplyDeleteIt must be quite a comfort to the mother that her son is in a safe place. That's a charming little thing, and I can see why you are fond of it. You have become part of an even larger family, haven't you?
ReplyDeleteThat's a great little gift, I love it
ReplyDeleteIt's a lovely and special gift, your relationship with the guys is special, too. Good luck all around.
ReplyDeleteThat is a cute doll and even more special because it is a gift.
ReplyDeleteA special gift to a special person, it's lovely Andrew.
ReplyDeleteAhhh, don't break it in the nerf wars.
ReplyDeleteI really like the orange size and I kind of wish we could see it wobble.
ReplyDeleteYou're obviously well liked and appreciated, that's gotta feel good
I have the same sentiments as Margaret - special gift for a very special person. How long is the boys course (have you booked your ticket yet?)
ReplyDeletePhilliys' course finish mid year and he is looking for a intern position. Kosov's finishes his at the end of this year.
DeleteIt's so lovely that you have spoken to Phyllis and Kosov's families and that they have shown their appreciation of your care for their young men.
ReplyDeleteReminds me of one of those Weeble toys ("Weebles wobble but they don't fall down") though the artwork is many notches above what you'll find in a Playskool set.
ReplyDeleteA treasure for a treasured man.
ReplyDeleteThe parents must be so pleased that Phyllis has found you to house and care for him while so far from home, Andrew.
ReplyDeleteI love it! So it's two-sided, I gather.
ReplyDeleteSorry Steve. It is.
DeleteThat is a splendid gift! Clearly they appreciate you. I know the boys do too
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