Timing of trip delayed due to container issues and political unrest

Hi everyone,
If I've learned one thing about this project, it's that the only consistent thing is change.   The timing of the trip has been delayed due to the container being held up in Spain for a month after I wrote the last post.  As you may have seen on the news recently, there are additional issues with escalating bombing violence in the North and the government's removal of the fuel subsidies causing the cost of gas to double overnight across the country.  Many trade unions are signalling their intention to strike next week so it's not the best time for me to head overseas.  I will be pushing off the trip to deliver the school supplies until things settle down a bit over there.

The good news is Gerry is over there right now (he is safe) and waiting for the container to get through customs so he can safely store the materials until we rebook out trip.  My schedule opens up again in March so we'll be looking at that timeframe to go over and roll-out the supplies.  Sorry for the delay,  but I know each of you want us to be safe when we go over to finish this project.  We are committed to completing this project so just need to find a time that that works for both my safety and my schedule.
I wish all of you a safe and happy 2012 and if you have any questions, remember you can always comment on the blog or email me at backpacksandbeyond@gmail.com .

Warmest Regards,
Sue