CHUNG
age 16

Chung has five siblings who are all mentally disabled. He is being taught to create artificial flowers in a class in the village. Mrs. Huong, an artificial flower artist, donates her time to teach the children like Chung with the hope that they will one day develop enough skills to contribute a small income to their families.

Mr. Smiley, as he is known in the village, is 15 years old but weighs only about 50 pounds He lives under complete supervision because he will wander off if left unattended. Hoa can mimic a few words but has virtually no understanding.