Happy Veterans day to several of my friends and family members who have fought bravely over the years.
Every year at this time, it is always good to remember those who stood up for the democracy that holds all of our lives together. However this year, it is time to give BACK. Time to take the energy of thankfulness that so many people talk about on their facebooks and do something.
Last week, the Philippines were hit by the worst storm they have ever been hit by. Typhoon Haiyen literally destroyed good portions of the country and 10,000+ are feared dead. In an island nation of more than 1000 islands, apparently over 100 of those islands, like this one below, are currently gone forever. Wiped out by the typhoon.
As an angeleno, I have lots of Filipino brothers and sisters here living in Southern California. Maybe you didn't realize that Philippines were once a US territory and have been an ally of the US for over 100 years. I have further personal ties to this nation: My great grandfather was once the governor of the Philippines after WWII and this has become a favourite place for my brother to visit, partake in world frisbee tournaments, and scuba dive.
Either way, this country is devastated by this disaster and I'm asking if there is anything you can do to help. My friend is collecting anything you can possibly give, be it financially or tangible goods and will be sending aid back to his home town of Altavas in destroyed Aklan.
Here is his information:
Peej Celiz
reypjceliz@gmail.com
You can email him there for further instructions on how to help. Also www.redcross.org is taking donations at this time.
Please do what you can to help this beautiful island nation.
