Life: How is life measured? Is it by all the material things you own or by the love , virtues and respect for all. This story is about Basdeo Balgobin who displayed all these qualities . As a little boy he juggled chores, school and taking care of his younger siblings. As he grew older his schooling was left in the distance. Now faced with a job working for pennies he made sure his family was taken cared of, providing life necessities. He accomplished so much with so little and overcome every obstacle, never to be broken. Now married with 5 children his love and dedication was in full blossom. There was never a want or need which he couldn't fulfill. He provided , nurtured , give us values and moral. His love for Ganesh, Shiva, Hunaman, Durgha and all the gods and goddess was unwavering. You didn't only show us how much you love life and the full measures of sacrifice , you gave meaning to life. "He couldn't bring himself to hurt anyone or anything this included the minuscule creature".In your last day you were still teaching and preparing us for the next phase allowing us time to come to terms with your departure. Thank you for showing us how to embrace the gift life and everything else that comes with good and bad. Our Loving Bal.