This is one of the challenges we faced before the actual distribution of the books. We want each recipient elementary school to receive a cross section of all the books and materials we have. So the boxes were taken out of the storage area into this open area to allow us to sort them out. We had to organize them for distribution. And we needed space, lots of space, to do this. We made an appeal for volunteers, and got a good response.
The books filled the storage room from floor to ceiling! The problem was the rooms were subject to the elements, so we had to move quickly.
The books filled the storage room from floor to ceiling! The problem was the rooms were subject to the elements, so we had to move quickly.
It was challenging for all. It was HOT, very hot. Then it would rain very briefly and the sun would beat down on us again. Ahh, typical of Philippine weather in September. Books were spread outside into the sidewalk and the yard, wo we would have to quickly move them back to shelter when the rains would come. Then put them out again when the rains stopped. It was driving us nuts!
But volunteer Remedios "Eday" Chan found a solution to the rain and hot sun battling each other. She used a box to shield her from both, and had her hands free to continue working! How smart is that.
It took us two days to complete organizing. We worked non-stop -- we ate there, and two young guys had to sleep overnight to keep the books secure. But we got done and everything ready for distribution.
But volunteer Remedios "Eday" Chan found a solution to the rain and hot sun battling each other. She used a box to shield her from both, and had her hands free to continue working! How smart is that.
It took us two days to complete organizing. We worked non-stop -- we ate there, and two young guys had to sleep overnight to keep the books secure. But we got done and everything ready for distribution.
