Thought to End: “At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us”. -Albert Schweitzer   Journal by: Susan Weida The mood at breakfast seemed subdued. I think we are […]

Message for the Day: “Life is precious and time is a key element. Let’s make every moment count and help those who have a greater need than our own.” -Unknown Journal: Irene Thomas Wednesday, June 22 started out like any other day. Then it all changed in honor of Allen’s birthday! A cake with eight […]

FUNDAC (Fundacion de Damas Calderonenses) is an organization legally constituted since 1993, is conformed by 20 voluntary women whose mission is offering social help to the needy classes of Calderón, specially worker women, poor children and old people. The social services help that we bring are centered exclusively in the Day Care center Nuestra Señora […]

    The day started off with a hearty breakfast, as usual. With the arrival of Laura from Lexington, MA, our motley 13-member volunteer team was complete! Edith, our ebullient host, briefed us on the protocols to follow on our first day at the children’s center: no photos until later in the week, willingness to […]