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ok a break from San Diego real estate this weekend and went shopping for underwear instead.
I bought 30 pairs, and fear it won’t be nearly enough.
You see, a very cool lady named Rocky wrote a very compelling blog, that inspired me to not only go shopping, but to start blogging for underwear–and posting up some very unprofessional photography. But that is inconsequential. Her Underwear for Africa project will go far to help put some smiles on some needy African orphans–and that is a worthy goal.
In Kenya, at least, it is illegal to buy or sell used underwear, because authorities fear the spread of disease. That might not be a problem, except that average wages run under $1.00 per day and a bra in a store might cost $30 or more.
There is a predictable black market in used underwear, but not one that is available to needy orphans. That is where Rocky Turner and the Underwear for Africa project steps in–and where I got hooked.
This afternoon, I am packaging the collection of boys’ and girls’ underwear into a new backpack–and have discovered some extra space.
All it took was a call over to my Dad (Bob Michelson) and husband Mike, who are watching the San Diego Chargers getting demolished by the Green Bay Packers. I explained what the backpack and scattered underwear was all about–and snagged another $40.00 from them for underwear shopping. I discovered, too late, that the Encinitas 99-Cent Store is selling underwear at 3/.99. If the inventory is available, I just might be able to parlay this into over 100 pairs of underwear.
For which I would happily buy another backpack!
If you would like to do a little shopping or collecting for these kids-in-need, please feel, free to call me at 877-818-8197 or simply follow this link and your heart.
Thanks so much Roberta. Your support means the world to me!
With deepest appreciation,
Rocky
Mothers Fighting For Others Inc
Rocky,
Uh oh….I haven’t even finished uploading photos:-)
It was fun snagging the extra $40.00–along with directions to the nearest dollar store.
I am also going to contact Nancy Rivard and Airline Ambassadors to see if they might lend a hand.(http://www.airlineamb.org/)
Huge thanks to you for the inspiration–and all you are doing!
Roberta, my husband is currently writing about microfinancing and chairty- keep us updated so we can write about your project with Rocky! 🙂
My grandmother sold her home and all of her material posessions to move to an orphanage in Kenya and devote her life to their needs- your cause hits close to home. Thanks Roberta!!!
Lani,
It is just a thread I pick up from Jeff Turner at http://www.realestateshows.com – who is Rocky’s husband. It is a small world–or a microworld as your husband might say.
It feels good to do what we can.
I love your grandmother. Please tell her so.
Thanks so much for stopping by.
What a great inspiring article, one that jumps right out at me. I know what I’m doing today. What a great inspiration!
– Gena Riede
Gena: You’re a jewel!
Thank you Thank You Thank you!! You tipped us over the 1700 mark! AMAZING! Thank you so much for your generosity. I am hoping to write while I am there. Please come by and check it out!!! myjourneytoafrica dot wordpress dot com
Thanks again for all your support!
Rocky
Rocky: It is the least we could do. Thank you for your heart, your voice and your determination!