Dec. 10 – 17, 2005
outreach trip to the cane cutters
Twenty-two
(22) eager Ontarions originating from London to Whitby got thrown together as a group for a trip to San
Pedro de Macoris and Consuelo regions. During the busy week, we visited 5 bateyes,
The group included 8 children from 2 families. Our ages ranged from 5 to 55. All 8 children were a joy to have on the trip and added a wonderful dimension for the rest of the group.
Special thanks to Abel, our guide for the week, Ané, our driver for the week, Sisters Susan and Catherine of the Grey Sisters for their hospitality, Rosendo for his help in preparations and Fr. Christopher for taking a ˝ day out of his busy schedule to meet with us. The barrio school in San Pedro de Macoris where we stayed, Centro Integral Materno Infantil, was outstanding. Thank you to our hosts, Dr. Mercedes and family, and your fantastic cook.
The following photos courtesy of
The Cane Cutters Relief Group - December 2005
In the classroom, Consuelito
Batey (Dec. 2005)
At the Grey Sisters’ Convent (Sister Catherine),
Consuelo
Sister Susan with Peter at the school in Consuelo
Group shot in front of batey school, Consuelito
A Cane cutter by a field.
Weighing cane using a crane.
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