My absolute least favourite thing about this whole trip has been the money aspect. I say in the side-bar, "About me", that I want to share so that people who're trying to do some of the same, can glean from my experiences what to and not to do. The avenues that I actively went were a good example of what not to do. Well, for a first time, anyway. There's potential for further exploration down the Rotary Club road, but that doesn't help now.
All negativity aside, there have been some wonderful outcomes. I'm not sure what the polite thing to do is, here, some people may wish to remain anonymous. I will mention that my relationships with the people donated cash, out of pocket are close. A dear friend donated money both in memory of her late Aunt (who loved gardening), and from herself. A generous relative donated enough that we will be able to buy some tools and perhaps some shade cloth and plastic to keep out the sun's intense rays and protect from the hard rains in the winter. A fellow that sat beside me while I presented the concept, and asked for funding from the Lion's club pulled a bunch of 20s out of his pocket on my way out. He said "buy some tools and seeds". A co worker added her contribution just before we Ieft. 2 more wonderful gifts came from another close relatives. One works with computers and was influential enough to have a lap top (the one I'm typing on now) donated (!!!) to the project, and his lovely wife works where there are mosquito nets. 2 were donated.
To all of these people, I am very grateful. There are times when I wonder if chasing this idea is perhaps a bit crazy...Loco. Maybe we shouldn't personify money, but it can speak volumes, especially when given with loving hands. (ok, I didn't know how else to say that).
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