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The boxes are now safely stowed away nearby and awaiting us to unpack and distribute them. First, we sort them into High School and Elementary School, then load up a koliglig (local tractor) to take them to the schools. Its a day of high activity in the schools when we …Continue reading

Well, it seems like most of the boxes have been unloaded in Manila, although two have gone astray, the first time this has happened, and the freight company say they have it under control. Getting customs clearance is always a bit of a lottery, and then they must be transported …Continue reading

Well, what a night! It started off damp, got drier as the night went on, and we had a grandstand finish to the race. Not that that really mattered to anyone present, it’s just that everyone had so much fun! Many people tell me it’s the highlight of their year, …Continue reading

Well, that’s it for another year. We strapped up the last of the 19 parcels and now they are in a container at sea on their way to the Philippines, a sea journey of about 7 weeks. Hope to see them all again next year when we arrive in the …Continue reading

We’ve now got 13 boxes packed and strapped, ready to go! Jo thinks well need about four more to use up all the donations and gifts we’ve been given this year. Had some worrying news from the Philippines though, it sounds like the customs folk over there are getting tough …Continue reading