Atiksha Dhar,  Grade 7

On a rainy afternoon, a poor man named Sudama started a journey to visit his childhood friend, Krishna. Although they had grown up together, their lives had become very different. Krishna was now a king, while Sudama was struggling to provide for his family.

Sudama’s wife encouraged him to visit Krishna and ask for help. Sudama felt embarrassed, but he still went. He carried a small bag of flattened rice as a gift because it was the only thing he could afford.

When Sudama arrived at Krishna’s palace, he was nervous and wondered if his old friend would remember him. To his surprise, Krishna joyfully rushed to greet him. He hugged Sudama and treated him with great love and respect. Krishna did not care that Sudama was poor. He only cared about their friendship.

The two friends spent hours talking about their childhood memories. Sudama was so happy that he forgot to ask Krishna for help. Before leaving, he thanked Krishna for his kindness and returned home.

When Sudama reached his village, he was amazed. His small, broken house had been replaced with a large, beautiful home. Krishna had quietly helped his friend without being asked.

Sudama realized that true friendship is not based on wealth or status. It is based on love, kindness, and caring for one another. The memory of Krishna’s kindness filled his heart with happiness.

Moral: From this story, we learn that true friends stay loyal and caring no matter how much life changes. We also learn that kindness is one of the greatest gifts we can give to each other.

Keeshika Dhussa , Grade 10

Seniors Picnic Brings Joy, Wellness and Community Together

Sanskar Canada’s Seniors Picnic at Hidden Valley Park was a wonderful celebration of health, friendship, and community spirit. More than 80 seniors gathered to enjoy a beautiful day outdoors filled with laughter, connection, and meaningful activities.

The day began with a gentle yoga session, allowing participants to stretch, relax, and connect with nature. Seniors also enthusiastically participated in Tapping Therapy and Laughter Yoga, led by Mrs. Santosh Bajaj. It was heartwarming to see everyone actively involved, laughing together, and embracing these wellness activities with great enthusiasm. The sessions created a vibrant and uplifting atmosphere, leaving participants feeling refreshed, energized, and connected.

Throughout the event, seniors enjoyed refreshments, interactive games, and plenty of social time, creating new friendships while strengthening existing ones. The atmosphere was filled with smiles, positive energy, and heartfelt conversations.

As always, the feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive. Many seniors expressed how joyful, relaxing, and uplifting the event was, commenting on the warmth, sense of belonging, and happiness they experienced throughout the day. Their appreciation and compliments reflected the positive impact these gatherings continue to have on their physical, mental, and social well-being.

Events like the Hidden Valley Park Seniors Picnic are an important part of Sanskar Canada’s commitment to promoting healthy aging, reducing social isolation, and creating opportunities for seniors to stay active, connected, and engaged within the community.

The laughter, friendships, and joyful memories created during the picnic are a reminder that spending time together is one of the greatest contributors to a happy and healthy life. Sanskar Canada looks forward to many more opportunities to bring seniors together through meaningful programs that promote wellness, lifelong learning, and community connection

Rachna Sharma