"Action Enfance et Developpment" is
truly an extraordinary SCAW partner. Each distribution runs like
clockwork because of the capable and enthusiastic support from a host of
Togolese volunteers.
While we work hard, we
also have time to absorb Togolese culture and interact with this
wonderfully welcoming and friendly people. Following yesterday's
distribution, we were led on a tour of the village by the chief , with
all the children of the village chattering happily in tow. At the end
of the tour, we were presented with a huge basket of fresh fruit.
Organic at its best. We piled into the van and returned home quite
late ... a 12 hour day.
We quickly gathered up our
equipment from the back of the van hoping to make short shrift of our
evening meeting and preparations for the following day. Judy reached for
the last bag which holds the labels.
We all were stunned to find another gift from the village ..... 2 terrified chickens under the seat.
Needless to say they had done what frightened chickens do best and Judy's arm was glaring proof!
And since we are on that subject, we must describe our bathroom facilities at each distribution ....
a
sparkling white North American toilet which is installed at the
distribution everyday over a hole with charcoal and surrounded by a
bamboo enclosure for privacy. It seems a previous team wished for a
toilet and because our partners try to make life as easy as possible,
the wish was granted.
Enjoy the photos. We resume distributions on Monday.
Until then ... Team Togo.
