This story began way back in November 2013, when the ravage of Typhoon Yolanda was still fresh, and Peter Project2 was still an infant.   It is the story of one company who held donations of concerned international associates and sought to find a responsible conduit for these. Its CEO heard of Peter Project2 from some remote sources, but was wary of entrusting precious donations to an unknown, small and provincial-based NGO.   Second and third hand introductions put us together, and soon and we were entrusted with a donation for 57 boats by Plastilens through its CEO, Butchie Silvosa.   Their wait was long, but they were patient. And their patience rewarded them yesterday, as they sailed towards the island of their 57 fishermen.   Midway into their sailing journey to the island, 57 boats first appeared as tiny dots on the horizon, then progressed into recognizable images, accompanied by the sound of their engines which intensified into a happy crescendo as they moved towards the donors’ boat. This was followed by graceful turns around the boat, until the 57 boats finally surrounded it and sailed along with it towards the island.   Someone once told us that we should organize a regatta of Peter Project boats, but we thought it was too pompous for us who always wish to do things quietly and simply.   And even if this spectacle looked like a regatta, it really wasn’t. It was a warm embrace of gratitude, from 57 happily colored love boats to one white boat on which generous hearts of love sailed.   We thank all those who made this new love story possible.   Volunteers tell us about their turnover experience:   “We can’t begin to thank you for allowing us & sharing this chance to be of help to our bros n sis. In Tabugon., indescribable, awed & grateful. Hope toshare this experience wen we get back to our communities! NVC, God bless you more! Keep on being a blessing to many others!” –Beth Ginete of BCBP Makati and Ligaya ng Panginoon.   “From the bottom of my heart and in behalf of Plastilens, Optotech and Shanghai Conant, I’d like to thank you for the opportunity NVC has given usto reach out to the fishermen in Brgy Tabugon. Super overwhelming ang experience and is something we would always remember. God bless and more power to you and the rest of the NVC team.” –Butchie Silvosa of Plastilens   “Waking up at 2 A.M, praying that the rain will stop (it did), traveling for almost 10 hrs. . . will do it again and again for the wonderful , heartwarming experience. Thank you Lord and may the 57 fishermen be blessed with good catch and safe weather always.” –Beng Melcher