The shrinking human body

I reached Narsipatnam this afternoon as part of my annual visit to the community. I was asked to address the boarding boys the traditional Salesian good night. That is when I noticed the stature of the boys. Most appeared like high school boys, especially some of the degree students. 

This is not the first time that I have noticed the young or short stature the intermediate and degree students at Narsipatnam. Even last year i couldn't but notice this. Perhaps since most of them are tribals they appear so. But, in general, I think the human size has shrunk. 

I guess, it is part of our evolution... If not of the actual human body, at least of my mind!

That said, most of the boys still had that genuine joy and happiness in their greeting and interaction with me. That matters most!