Sunday, 17 May 2009

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42 comments:

Jane said...

Hi guys, so glad to hear that you have arrived safely. To mom (Leslie Banner), happy birthday. I hope you are celebrating, since this is a big one. I wish I was there to celebrate with you. Baby is eating icecream right now, and keeps saying more, of course. Tomorrow I head to Toronto for the Olympic reform conference. We will keep watching the blog to hear how you are all doing.

Anonymous said...

How is it that Grant manages to surround himself with beautiful women on SCAW distributions?

I am reading a Lonely Planet book about Africa and just enjoyed the piece about Togo. Hope you have a successful distribution helping those children who are so very needy!

Sally Jo Martin

Anonymous said...

Hello to the Togo Team,
Glad to hear that you have all arrived safely.
Say hello to last years folks from us.
The Holiday Monday here brought us a heavy frost so enjoy the warmth you have there.
Doug and Loreen Cumming

Tom Belton said...

Grant, Leslie and Team;
Glad to see you have arrived safely. Yes, I too am wondering how Grant can muster all the lovely female's on his trips????
Please give my best wishes to Mr. K (Kouma). Tell him I'd love to see him someday.
Be safe.
Tom Belton

Harolyn Panetta said...

I believe this is the team on which Garnice and Jim Ware's three daughters are serving. Garnice and I were in the same residence at Acadia University for four year many years ago and she and I shared an apt. in Montreal for a year before her marriage. I'm sure the girl on Grant's left is one of the sisters and quite probably the one directly in front of his left hand - they look like their mother. They may remember that Garnice first heard of SCAW when Michael passed away and I sent a kit in his memory.
I remember visiting Togo about 35 years ago when my husband and I were in Nigeria with CIDA. Of the five countries we visited along the west coast of Africa at that time, we were most favourably impressed with Togo - possibly the French cuisine.
Best wishes for a most successful distribution.
Harolyn Panetta

Harolyn Panetta said...

Whoops - sorry I meant in front of Grant's right hand (as well as directly beside him on his left). Harolyn Panetta

Sally Sandiford said...

Dear Ladies and (wink)Grant: Glad you have arrived safely and hope you had a wonderful first distribution today. Keep those blogs and photos coming!

Sally Sandiford from the SCAW office

Anonymous said...

Wishing you well and a great distribution. Please give my best wishes to Kouma and his wife,his daughter Debrah(spelling), Victor and all the gang. A special hello to Dosseh. He is like my 5th child from afar. Work hard and enjoy. You are doing great work. Carolyn

Anonymous said...

Hey mom!! Hope everything is going well. I'm glad you guys arrived safely. Dad and I did a lot in the back yard, he's leaving Wednesday night to go out and see Dave, im thinking its gonna be me taking him to the airport. Hope you guys all have a blast!

Kennedys said...

Good morning from Newmarket...everyone is back in house safe and sound - home from Kingston, London, and even 10 houses down the street where the dogs played together and two old guys drank a few beers, then watched Marley & Me and cried at the ending. Enjoy the special experience.

Anonymous said...

Hi Leslie, Grant and team,
Glad to see that you arrived safely and have already been having fun with the kids. We'll be watching you from Uganda!
Debbie and Sieg

Anonymous said...

Hi Judy,

You all look great in the picture...did you fly first class? Just kidding! Glad you met up with Franck...please say hello to him for me. All is good at 320 ansd the Penguins and Wings each one their first games.

Take care,

Michael and the gang.

Evan said...

Hey Mom!

I hope you're enjoying yourself, and it's not too warm! All's well here, Kingston was brilliant; I won a bursary! School is fine, I'm all caught up.

Love ya and Miss Ya!

Anonymous said...

Hi Judy,

Great that you met up with Frank! I am off to Calgary tonightto speak at the CFO conference and I will catch up with Dave and stay the weekend. I am sure you are all having an amazing time!

Michael

Anonymous said...

Hello Togo Team...
We are enjoying your adventure from afar as I prepare to leave for Uganda tomorrow! Your pictures speak a thousand words! Thank you!
All the very best as you continue to make 'dreams come true'!
Annette Arnold
Team Uganda 2009

Suzy Fouad said...

So nice to know you are all safe and coping so well.
Everyone back home is so proud of you, and I can feel Garnice beaming. You go girls!
Much love, Suzy

Anonymous said...

hello team Togo...Sounds like you guys are doing great,Isn't Frank a nice guy! Keep up up the good work team. Know that you are making a difference. dave weil

Don said...

One week ago you walked nervously away into the airport, unsure of what laid ahead. Linda, your posting yesterday illustrates the reason why your mom wanted so passionately for the three of you to be there - to understand and experience the reward in helping others. Garnice (and Jim) would be so proud.

Tara said...

Mom, I am so proud to tell everyone why you're traveling in Africa. Everyone marvels about the incredible experience you must be having, and I can't help but wish that I will someday get to see first hand, exactly what they mean.

Gary, Stephanie & Alison said...

Hi Girls,

You all look great in the picture, Mike your right they must of flown business class!

Hope you guys are having are enjoying every moment out in Africa, and we can't wait to hear all the stories

Mom, all is well at home, im basically sleeping, breathing, eating and studying, getting ready for exams. (Ali)

Steph is back up north working, all good at the house, your cats & fish are all doing well, hoping to get the garden done this week with Ali,

Cheers!

See you all soon,

Nancy Holt said...

Hi Togo team,
I love your pics! The kids are so cute. I look forward to them each day.

I hope you have a great distribution.
Best wishes,
Nancy Holt

JC & Doug said...

Hi girls !!
Way to go you look great! Kathy the heat doesn't seem to bother you too much. Doug says drink lots of water, always the practical one.
Enjoy every minute of it, your Mom and Dad are watching with a huge smile on their faces.
See you soon, Love JC

Gale said...

Hey girls! Here I sit on my deck with Michael, "young" Dave and "old" Dave after a great B-B-que and numerous cocktails. Sure wish I was with the three of you. Glad to see you are having a great time and I know that Mom & Dad are a major part of the trip as they are seeing everything through your eyes and your hearts.

Luv Gale, Dave, Dave and Michael

Anonymous said...

Hey mom, Linda and Kathy,

Miss ya lots, keep enjoying yourselves and the company!

Love ya,

Joanna

Gary said...

Sorry I missed you call today, Alison & I were outside doing yard work. Happy to hear all is well. Say hi to everyone, talk to you soon.

Love you,

Anonymous said...

Hey Kathy - Reading what you've been doing and reading these posts has me all teary-eyed! So glad to know you.
Take good care,
Karen

Unknown said...

Hi Judy,

So great to hear from you and to know all is well and that you have been well received. So proud of you all, what an incredible experience. Can't wait to hear all about your adventure.

Love,
Donna xo

Anonymous said...

Hey girls,

It is so nice to be able to follow your adventure...
Can't wait to hear the stories. What an incredible time for you all!!
xo Bruce & Geny

Anonymous said...

hi judy!!

wanted to let you know that your winnipeg friends are thinking of you, your sisters and the rest of your group. it is wonderful to follow your adventures with photos & the blog.
we send you our love & best wishes for a safe & fulfilling journey.

love & blessings,
mary, terry & mike

Anonymous said...

Hi Kathy:
What a memorable adventure, a tribute to your Mum, and a very worthwhile cause all rolled into one. We're thinking of you.
Barry and Linda

Anonymous said...

Hi K!!
All of us got an email from Jack this morning after Kelly found the link! We miss you and wish you and your team the best of luck on this much needed cause. Stay safe, and the curls look gorgeous!
Heather

Don said...

Hi JLK,

Had a good visit with Mike/Andy/Jo last evening enroute to meetings today in Montreal. Yesterday was chaotic with Evan back in town performing last nite, and Tara taking him back up north at who knows what hour (hopefully with dog in tow). We think of you guys every day and I'm sure it's with mixed feelings as the 4000 distribution winds down this week. See you.

Anonymous said...

Hey girls! This will be my second attempt to succesfully post a message! Everyone back home keeps asking about your adventure...can't wait to hear all the details! Your Mom is smiling down on the three of you...and reminding you to put on your sunscreen!
(: Sue

Anonymous said...

Wow Linda this is so inspiring. Memories that will last a lifetime. Safe travels and I look forward to hearing about your adventure when you return. <3 sandy m

Anonymous said...

Way to Go Ware Sisters! Thanks for sharing your experience. Can't wait to hear more!! Special note to Linda... I am so proud of you...Peggy

Anonymous said...

Akpe na miabe habobo Scaw team . miabe habobo scawteam togo 2009 le da akpe na mi looo!!!!
from KOFFIscaw Team Togo 2009

Anonymous said...

It was a great pleasure to meet you and share with you during your stay in Togo. I hope the bedkits will bring more fomfort in the life of each kids.Franck G (YMCA TOGO)

George Rodger said...

Hello Judy and sisters,

I have read all about the distributions and all the posts and it is amazing! I am emotionally caught up in how smart your mother was in creating this experience for you and your sisters.

All the best,

George and Ann Rodger

Medhat Mahdy said...

Hi Judy and sisters

What a wonderful thing you are doing. Having read the posts I believe your mother would be proud. The best to all of you.

Medhat Mahdy

Anonymous said...

Hi Nettie and all, saw your amazing photo...
brought a tear to my eye! I can only imagine the impression you will make and they on you..love you
Vicki

Anonymous said...

Hi Mom (Shirley)

Seeing the pictures sure brings back memories,

Love Sherry

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