What truly enhances the magic of childhood memories is the vibrant interaction with peers, those kindred spirits sharing the same age. Yet, for a boy who finds no constancy until the age of five, the world takes on a different hue, weaving an intricate tapestry of emotions throughout his life. In the bustling cities during 90’s, where loneliness often loomed large, children found solace in the flickering glow of televisions. Meanwhile, those who embraced the Flat culture discovered camaraderie in the courtyards, hobby classes, and private parks, forging connections that made their childhood experience all the more enriching.

There might be lot of elders to take care; relatives, family friends or a random visitor. But, it would be a moment of wonder to a child in his age 3 when he get some freedom to interact with another guy from the nearby age group for the first time. An age gap of one year younger sounds as a difficulty in understanding for a cousin brother. That feeling of guilt when a tiny creature you are talking for the first time do not talk back becomes a life lesson which generates a feeling of insult for an elder one. A push or hit with bare hand or with something in hand might be a spontaneous reflex reaction for the silence experienced. There is a moment of ego blast which turns to the sprouts of kindness when the same little guy do not respond back with any harsh response in return other than an innocent stare. But that emotional break down due to empathy from that innocent stare leads to a feeling of connection that creates trauma or trust issue when someone else responds for every word or act.

But that wound will not heals quickly if that little guy is on a short visit for one or two days before going abroad and by the time got placed in the heart beyond a cousin and as a sibling. Relatively, in a locality spanning just 0.2 square miles, there is a vibrant community of over 50 children. Despite some challenges in resources and job opportunities, 44 of these children have had the exciting chance to relocate with their families, exploring new environments even abroad. Among the remaining six, three were thriving at boarding schools and eagerly return to the neighborhood during monthly holidays or vacations. The unique differences that have developed among the children over the years foster a rich variety of interactions, helping them grow and learn from one another in delightful ways.