Responsibility Starts Early In Phils....

[Bruce]

I was out riding today and came across these kids with the one girl pushing way more than her weight in water up the hill. Unfornately, by the time I turned around and stopped to get my camera, she saw me. And she had no shoes on the hot road. Due to the time lapse you do not see the extent of the hill she had been pushing up or the effort used to get to the top where is is not so steep. 

 

She was pushing with all her might struggling but not giving up..... I called her over and she and the other kids came to me and were talking to me in Waray which I do not partake. I dug around in my pocket but the smallest bill I had was a 100p. So.... I handed it to her and told her that she was working very hard and I was proud of her effort. Of course she heard none of that once she had that money in her hand.

 

She took off pushing with extra effort to get home to tell her parents of this stupid man... er, I mean... this once in the life time of a child in the boonies event....

 

  

[JJReyes]

Sometimes children are suspicious or embarassed to accept money after you take their picture. Add the words, "movie star" and then they understand the reason why you are given them money. If it is a group and I don't have small bills, I use a finger in a counting motion and then hand the money to the oldest. They know the gesture means the money is to be shared.

[SubicSteve]

Bruce,

 

I see the same thing everyday when I go from home to Olongapo.  It's a tough hand they have been dealt.  I also see them washing themselves at the same pump they use to fill their water bottles.  As a new dad it's not an easy thing to see someone's kid have to live like that when my child is home surrounded by 1st world amenities just around the corner from where they struggle every day.  I would like to caution you that while we know your intentions are good, others might not.  Stopping to give a poor girl money here can get one into trouble.  The girls parents can have the wrong thoughts and go to the police or if something did happen(the Ella case) to her later on, the poreigner who gave her money would be a suspect and your life would never be the same.  It's sad that we have to think like this but it is what it is.

 

Keep up the good work,

 

Steve

[Bruce]

Possible... which is why I am not alone!

[sjp52]

The sad thing is a lot of the time the kid does not get to keep the money, She has to hand it over to mom or dad unless she is smart enough not to tell the parents

[JJReyes]

I would like to caution you that while we know your intentions are good, others might not. Stopping to give a poor girl money here can get one into trouble. The girls parents can have the wrong thoughts and go to the police or if something did happen(the Ella case) to her later on, the poreigner who gave her money would be a suspect and your life would never be the same. It's sad that we have to think like this but it is what it is.

 

If you take their picture and give them money, it is universally accepted that it is a "modeling fee." Even the police and the child's parents understand that thie payment is necessary in the event the photograph is published.

 

My wife and I have spent time at the Navajo Indian Reservation helping on education related issues. She noticed that at one of the vista points at Canyon de Chelly parents selling Navajo jewelry trinkets (Made in China) to tourists, while their children were running around the parking lot. Her marketing and promotion instincts kicked in. With the assistance of a tribal elder, she convinced two parents to dress up their children in native attires. All the tourists wanted the dressed-up children in the picture or to pose with them. The $5 and $10 tips increased their daily net income 10x to 20x. Tourist who forget to tip the children are gently reminded of their obligation.

 

Friends from the Philippines were one of the first groups permitted to China after their open door policy. They visited the Great Wall. Three years later, one couple did a return visit. There were "Mongol warriors" dressed in colorful silks for picture taking. China is a fast learner.

 

I was thinking something similar for a popular Philippine destination like the road to Baguio City.

[JJReyes]

The sad thing is a lot of the time the kid does not get to keep the money, She has to hand it over to mom or dad unless she is smart enough not to tell the parents

 

Well, there are two ways to look at it. If she hides the P100 and the parent find it, they would want to know if the money was stolen. Trying to explain that a tall Kano wearing a funny hat gave her the money for not apparent reason will only increase their suspicion. The P100 goes into the family bank vault, a thin can hidden somewhere. If the parents are nice, she may get back P10 for candies at the sari-sari store. The amount of the generous gift will increase as she tells the story over and over to anyone who listens. Next time Bruce goes down the same road, he will be stopped. The girl's neighbors will demand a similar gift.

 

(I think I am getting carried away.)

[earthdome]

I would like to caution you that while we know your intentions are good, others might not. Stopping to give a poor girl money here can get one into trouble. The girls parents can have the wrong thoughts and go to the police or if something did happen(the Ella case) to her later on, the poreigner who gave her money would be a suspect and your life would never be the same. It's sad that we have to think like this but it is what it is.

 

If you take their picture and give them money, it is universally accepted that it is a "modeling fee." Even the police and the child's parents understand that thie payment is necessary in the event the photograph is published.

 

My wife and I have spent time at the Navajo Indian Reservation helping on education related issues. She noticed that at one of the vista points at Canyon de Chelly parents selling Navajo jewelry trinkets (Made in China) to tourists, while their children were running around the parking lot. Her marketing and promotion instincts kicked in. With the assistance of a tribal elder, she convinced two parents to dress up their children in native attires. All the tourists wanted the dressed-up children in the picture or to pose with them. The $5 and $10 tips increased their daily net income 10x to 20x. Tourist who forget to tip the children are gently reminded of their obligation.

 

Friends from the Philippines were one of the first groups permitted to China after their open door policy. They visited the Great Wall. Three years later, one couple did a return visit. There were "Mongol warriors" dressed in colorful silks for picture taking. China is a fast learner.

 

I was thinking something similar for a popular Philippine destination like the road to Baguio City.

 

If you go to Mines View Park in Baguio there will be dozens of St. Bernard dogs to take your picture with and a few horses with brightly colored manes.

[JJReyes]

If you go to Mines View Park in Baguio there will be dozens of St. Bernard dogs to take your picture with and a few horses with brightly colored manes.

 

Why St. Bernard dogs? Do they tip the owners for picture taking? They must be rich owners to afford the purchase, feeding and care of St. Bernards. I am thinking pro-poor as in dressing up Igorot and Ifugao children.

Edited March 25, 2013 by JJReyes

[Bruce]

Well, I have never been to Angeles City and really, see no reason to go... but...... I hear rumors that there are 'natives' in birthday suits available for photo opportunities! :nudie:

 

Jake? Hey has anyone seen Jake lately?...... :hystery: