Comments on: Classrooms in the Shade: Shanthee falls hopelessly in Love

by: Eugene Anthony Colborne

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:20:45 +0000

What a wonderful surprise to have my mum phone to tell me that my teacher, Mrs. Manjoo had a book published. Living in Sydney I often wonder about the life of people in South Africa who I have encountered and those who have made an impact on my life. Mrs. Manjoo was a gracious, caring and patient teacher who made me feel very special. When my family migrated, Mrs. Manjoo came to our house to give me a farewell present. 32 years later I still have that present. I visited Mrs. Manjoo in late 1994 on my only visit to South Africa. I did not have time to visit some of my family but felt that I must visit Mrs. Manjoo, to show her what I had become and to rekindle a fondness for a lady that did not falter.
I cannot wait to get my copy of Classrooms in the shade delivered and hope to have it personally autographed by one of the most amazing woman I have had the pleasure of knowing.
Congratulations on being published.
Fond memories and a good life to you Mrs. Manjoo.
Eugene

by: Sherissa

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 15:19:24 +0000

Beautifully written. I am looking forward to reading this book.

by: corrie

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 14:07:40 +0000

Thanks Tracy for this wonderful blog. Of course I’ve read this before…and love the writing…but it IS kind of weird reading about one’s parents’ ‘longings’ out there for all the world to see!!! Better get used to it I guess….
My Mom has revealed her life as a child, daughter, teacher, wife and mother in tumultuous times in South African history with feeling and poignancy and humor.
I hope all the world gets to read it too.
xxx Corrie

by: Carin

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 13:28:32 +0000

Ooooh, this book sounds more interesting with every snippet you tease us with Trace!