So this one is actually an "observation", and yes, i was not "indifferent" this time :)
About this little Swiss girl i saw while walking near the Kappelbrucke in Lucerne. Not more than 3 years of age. For more than once i was quite thankful for my knowledge of German while in Switzerland... lest i would miss the essence of the entire conversation!
"Warum ist das"? asked the little girl in her soft voice, as she pointed to the wheeled barrier-free chair along the steps. Small question but big step for a toddler, observing her surroundings n asking "Why is that" being used? Her father offered further explanation.
I was struck by the sheer inquisitiveness and keenness to learn! Says so much about the scientific awareness of people in advanced economies - no wonder Switzerland has one of the highest per capita Nobel laureates in the world!
About this little Swiss girl i saw while walking near the Kappelbrucke in Lucerne. Not more than 3 years of age. For more than once i was quite thankful for my knowledge of German while in Switzerland... lest i would miss the essence of the entire conversation!
"Warum ist das"? asked the little girl in her soft voice, as she pointed to the wheeled barrier-free chair along the steps. Small question but big step for a toddler, observing her surroundings n asking "Why is that" being used? Her father offered further explanation.
See that metal extension on the left? Look at the picture below for a close-up of the wheel tray. For walking nomads like me, it's easy to miss that. But i'm glad i can be a bit more observant at times :)
Photo 2: The barrier-free installation on the steps in Kappelbrucke, Lucerne, Switzerland. Photo by Susmita.
I was struck by the sheer inquisitiveness and keenness to learn! Says so much about the scientific awareness of people in advanced economies - no wonder Switzerland has one of the highest per capita Nobel laureates in the world!
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