Small and big things in Lesbos

Today we spent the whole day removing old graffiti from the walls of the accommodation containers - a small contribution to making the lives of the people here in the Moria camp on Lesbos a little more beautiful and dignified. Some of us lent a hand, others fortified us with tea, biscuits and thanks.

During the lunch break, we picked flowers and gave them to helpers and residents, earning the odd smile or „That was just what I needed“.

Of course I would prefer to be able to turn the big screws - to ensure that the bureaucratic processes run better so that people are not stuck for two years in a hotspot that is only intended for two or three days.

That's often the case in life. I would like to see legislation that ensures improved environmental protection. As long as that is not the case, I pick up plastic whenever I can - like I did last night when I picked up 100 pieces on the beach. I may have saved the lives of 5 fish. Better than nothing.

Removing graffiti and old cords makes life a tiny bit better. It's not as good as big changes, but it's better than nothing at all.