THIS AFTERNOON, I was reminded of the importance of community. This week on the radio, like most other folks in the media, I reported on the tragic events in the Philippines. Today, in my adopted home of St. Maarten, I saw real community spirit as I watched the Filipino Communityof Sint Maarten come together organize a fundraiser for their countrymen in the Philippines. What began as I Lemonade sale, very quickly turned into a full blown fundraiser, with a donation, you enjoyed a wonderful glass of lemonade. The nurses from the St. Maarten Medical Center also joined in to offer blood pressure tests and blood sugar tests for a donation to support those affected by the typhoon. Their efforts came directly from the heart, and next week, I will definitely continue to follow their actions to make difference in part of the world that clearly needs everyones help right now. More lemonade tomorrow morning and I know the effort will continue again next weekend. I tip my hat and say job well done. Listen in next week on Island 92 as we continue to follow this story and the efforts of the local Filipino community on St. Maarten.
Posted on: Sat, 16 Nov 2013 21:25:21 +0000