Inspirational Thai pre-teen has no arms but still dreams of being a soldier one day

 

Picture: Sanook

 

Sanook reported on an inspirational 12 year old who is showing his able bodied classmates the meaning of perseverance.

 

Karun Bunphaen was born without both arms but he is not letting his disability hold him back at all.

 

He is immensely popular with teachers and students alike at Ban Dong Noi school in Mahasarakham in Thailand's north east.

 

He studies everything that all the others do using either foot to complete his many written assignments.

 

Now in M2 (year nine in the British system) he hopes to go to university when he has finished school. He still dreams of being a soldier though he accepts that may be beyond even his capabilities.

 

Karun lives with his family and one of his teachers, Duangsuda Talasorn said that he is growing ever more independent.

 

She said he is a special kid who shows great perseverance and never gives up in his quest to improve himself and have a happy life.

 

Getting grades that place him in the middle of most classes Duangsuda said that he was very successful, happy and popular with everyone at the school.

 

Source: Sanook

 

-- © Copyright Thai Visa News 2017-09-15

Considering a lot of Thais mock the afflicted, one really does have to admire kids like him.

It will be difficult for him in life, but with his attitude and belief, I'm sure he can be a glowing example to others.

Keep up the good work, keep your dream alive, you never know!

Best of luck to you!

Does anybody have contact information. Family or school ? 

Would like to give this lad the opportunity to visit other regions of Thailand, people, ... Keep him looking on the bright side.

45 minutes ago, Ridge said:

Does anybody have contact information. Family or school ? 

Would like to give this lad the opportunity to visit other regions of Thailand, people, ... Keep him looking on the bright side.

You could start with this and ask for khun Duangsuda Talasorn

Ban Dong Noi school

Address: Moo.4, Tambon Waeng Nang, Amphoe Mueang Maha Sarakham, Maha Sarakham, 44000, Thailand

Phone: +66 43 700 221