Saturday 26 May 2007

Philippines: Day 11 — A bittersweet "Goodbye!"

From Philippines Photo Album 11
The Philippines has been an absolutely amazing experience for each one of us. We have successfully distributed 5,000 bedkits to wonderful children.

This effort could not have occurred without the tremendous contribution of the staff advolunteers at 28 Pinehurst, the very generous donors, and, of course, our fantastic overseas volunteer partners.

Most of all, it was our honour to have the opportunity to meet and spend time with these 5,000 children in the Philippines.

Many community and volunteer groups assisted in the activities here in the Philippines and to each and every one of them we thank you. The SCAW Philippines organizational team, as lead by Dr. Juan “Ito” Torres, seamlessly coordinated the entire effort and to this our gratitude cannot adequately be expressed. They are terrific partners and now good friends!

To our family, friends and coworkers: we have missed you and will see you soon!

SCAW 2007 Philippines Travelling Team
Ken Graham (team leader), Elaine McDougall, Anthony Ng, Sandra Dryden, Dave Dryden and Nancy Holt

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

I bet Dave was singing Stompin' Tom's "The Hockey Song" at Karoke night. We're now forced to cheer for the remaining Canadian team -Ottawa - too bad I have the Ducks in my pool- ohh the conflict! Maybe next year will be the Leafs year!

To the SCAW team: I bet it was sad to say good-bye to the children of the Phillipines. What beautiful children they are! Loved following your adventures and looking forward to welcoming you home soon.

Best wishes and happy travels home,
Cindy