Tuesday, May 22, 2007

Send Me On My Way


So I'm off, after months and months of fundraising and waiting I'm finally at the stage where I can return and gift everything I've been working so hard towards. As you can see from the photo, not only was I collecting money for the village but I was taking in donations too! I've had a wonderful response with donations as well as funding. I will be purchasing a vehicle for the village upon my arrival. My trusted friend Nathan Yue, owner and operator of Rancho Esperanza, where I'm staying, has found a Toyota Hilux in good shape and all we have left to do is get it to our friend and trusted mechanic Moises. Keep your fingers crossed it will pass his test. Otherwise it's back to square one, yuck. As for the children thanks to everyones help I've been able to raise enough money to sponsor 15 kids!!! Within this week I will be meeting with the teachers at the school to find out which children need the most financial assistance. I also had a great response in donations for the children including everything from clothing to school supplies, so this will be donated to other children who also need some financial help! The only tricky part I think I will encounter is how to carry 5 checked bags each weighing between 60 to 90 pounds, one carry on, and a bongo drum. Any suggestions? Otherwise wish me luck, and I'll be back to the city of Chinandega, Nicaragua to use the Internet and provide updates!! Thanks to all one more time, without you this would never be possible. So please take the time to pat yourselves on the back, you've done wonderful things!!!!!!

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

It sounds like you are doing some great work for this village in Nicaragua. You are one brave young woman. Congradulations