A girl called Maybe

By Barbara Michie
October 2005

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Life is more precarious here
So many obstacles and
uncertainties
Yet people keep hoping and struggling

Parents named their daughter Panji (Maybe)
and both died soon after
Her old Grandpa
her only relative
has cared for her since she was a toddler
But one day she will have to fend for herself
What can an orphaned girl do?

Sister found her a place at
boarding school
A donor gave clothes and school supplies
She has a chance now
Will she make it?
Panji... Maybe...

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