Blanket success!

Last night we conducted a Blanket Nightwalk with about 30 helpful sets of hands. We hired 2 rickshaws to roll the blankets along beside us, while we walked, distributing to those who were sleeping with no cover.

Though at times we had a small group following us and begging, we feel wholeheartedly that this experience was much more efficient and successful.

It is a slightly strange experience to cover a man sleeping on concrete with only a bag or maybe a sheet to cover him. I guess I expected that when they awoke, they would pour gratitude. But instead I received blank stares and somewhat cold response. Sometimes the person jumped up and begged for another. Most of the time they simply stirred and went back to sleep with no acknowledgement whatsoever.

Despite the small part of me that wished for thanks, I feel invisible donations are better. In this way the nature of hte act remains pure and the need for recognition is denied. This is better.

Thanks again to everyone that donated and to those that helped distribute! Blanket Success!