As central Philippines is still reeling from the damages brought about by the recent super typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda), we can’t help but feel sorry for our less fortunate brethren who were at the center of this epic calamity. It is really difficult what they are going through right now; how can we, at least, lessen their pain and anguish? Despite the overwhelming influx of volunteers, donations, pledges and prayers both from local and international communities I still feel that, collectively, they are not enough… There was simply too much havoc and chaos but not much help getting in until only recently. We feel very lucky now that when typhoon Nari (Santi) struck Central Luzon last month, it left us alive and complete in spite leaving the farm operations impaired for a time.
Rebuilding our visitor’s area will have to wait until next year when budget has been set aside again but replacing damaged crops and planting anew is being done as usual.
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