THE First Lady’s Foundation yesterday embarked on a series of Christmas parties, distributing gifts to some 600 children in Black Bush Polder, Region 6 (East Berbice Corentyne).

First Lady Deolatchmee Ramotar visited Yakusari Primary, Joanna Primary, Mibikuri Primary and Lesbeholden Primary Schools distributing gifts and snacks to the children. The children entertained the First Lady with poems and dances and in turn, the elves and helpers of the First Lady sang carols, played games and danced with the children.
As Santa appeared to assist the First Lady with the distribution of gifts to the 600 boys and girls, she noted that she was “very heartened to see the children having a lovely time at the party.”
Speaking with the Guyana Chronicle, Mrs Ramotar explained that this is her favourite time of the year and feels the best way to celebrate this festive season is to spend it with children. “It’s a period when you share with children and I always feel fulfilled when I do this,” she said. She deemed the first of the four distributions a complete success, as they were able to present each child with a Christmas gift.

Mrs. Ramotar and members of the foundation are travelling countrywide to spread Christmas cheer to children. According to the First Lady, her next stop will be Linden, Region 10 (Upper Demerara/Upper Berbice) on December 16, when the group will serve some 400 children; then on to Bartica, Region 7 on December 18, where some 600 children will be served. The grand finale will be at State House in Georgetown on December 21, when the group will cater to 600 children.

(Rebecca Ganesh-Ally)