The journey has begun! Travelers are beginning their trek to Paris, then on to Bamako. The Mali trip experience is just beginning. We've gotten word from Anna Taft, Executive Director of the Tandana Foundation, that the village where we'll be planting trees is eagerly awaiting our arrival. Our money has bought 100 trees (we were expecting only 60!). And, the village elders, parents, and people from the school will be helping us plant the trees & vegetables. We're looking forward to leaving this ongoing gift behind - the fruits of our labor will help school children buy much needed school supplies. Internet access is limited, but I'll post experiences when I can. Stay tuned! Tina