Today was a day of a thousand smiles, from children, teachers, parents, and of course....ourselves! A smile is like a fire; one little warm and glowing ember coursing through both body and soul.
We travelled to two communities , Marilao and Plaridel, today. The school at Marilao was like a green oasis; everywhere innovative pots and planters made from all conceivable types of "waste" products; teaching children to use many practical approaches to gardening and growing healthy, nutritious plants in their garden.
The school has won many awards for it's innovative ideas.
Here we were entertained by a group of graceful dancers performing a traditional folkdance; before visiting the local neighbourhood to talk with the mother of a recent bedkit recipient.
On a marker on the main street we discovered that the height of the annual flood was well above our heads, adding a further hardship to the local people.
But despite all their challenges, we found people everywhere so very warm and welcoming...and full of smiles.
Team Philippines 2014
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