As most of you know this winter storm is hitting the whole East cost quite significantly. Our flights on Sunday were canceled and after tedious conversations with airlines, travel insurance companies, and alternative transportation services, we decided to take matters into our own hands by booking a 24+ hour bus ride from Boston to Atlanta, GA. Our obstacles were only beginning; from being almost snowed into our hotel (with only airport shuttle running out of the parking lot), to trying to catch a bus in the bitter cold, to making the quick decision to hail taxis in subzero temps. Everyone has their own idea of what the coldest part of the trip has been, but by far the short run from taxi cab to South Station bus terminal at 12:00 am was the worst. Since then we have made several transfers from bus to bus all ten of us looking like pack animals with our multiple bags. As we got closer to our destination, worry begins to set in, as the winter storm warnings are following us! Fingers crossed that we will make our final connection in time for a 10 o'clock flight.
We are very fortunate to have some very dedicated and hard working group members who have been ever patient and resilient throughout the whole trip. We are truly lucky to have one another at this time of unfortunate situations. A million thanks go out to our support system team working behind the scenes: advisors, trip leaders/organizers, travel agents, and most importantly families have been absolutely accommodating and ever vigilant about checking in to see if we have any needs, and doing their very best to make sure those needs are met. Without these wonderful people and the very helpful and brave hotel staff, transportation drivers, etc. we would not be where we are now. The work we are about to do will be greatly appreciated by local Hondurans and will show remarkable dedication on the part of our group members. Additionally, we are proud to be bringing with is ten bags full of donated items to give to those in need in Danli, Honduras. These donations came to us from the very generous community members in our own area in Castleton. Thank you to everyone who felt called to give so selflessly; this assistance is magnifying our impact on this poverty stricken town in Honduras. Thank you to everyone who donated time or financial assistance to make this trip possible. We are about to see the outcome of all the generous donations we received. Thank you to local Rotary clubs, other local organizations, and area businesses for the donations you made to our cause! Finally, thank you to everyone who has maintained interest in our endeavor, from college community members to local newspapers, and everyone in between, we greatly appreciate this moment to shine and promise we will do everything in our power to make an impact on this needy community.
For now, please know that we are all safe and trying to keep spirits up despite the unfortunate twist of events. Cross your fingers for us that we will be able to make our flight in Atlanta with relative ease. Until next time,
Castleton Rotaract Club
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