January 31, 2017
What a wonderful day we had today with teams going in
different directions.
The OB Team (Tammy, Denise, Amy, Jen, Sabine, and Stacey),
Deb, Jeff Perry, Bill, and Sharon to the long journey to LaHatte. The ride up
to LaHatte in itself is an adventure, as it goes through a dry river bed. It’s
better than any amusement ride you will ever have! There were 8 ladies who
attended the OB sessions. Deb and Sharon worked with the community agents in
the AM. After lunch, the community agents sat in on the OB sessions. Jeff and
Bill assessed what needs to be done at LaHatte in terms of maintenance of
various structures. We had a great time interacting with the community people
after our work was done while waiting for a driver to get us back to the Mission
Center. When the driver arrived, the
ride back was just as exciting as getting there!
Today we had 26 ladies come to learn to crochet. They made a
point to tell us to than all the ladies who helped make the t-shirt yarn they
used to crochet with. They were grateful for all your efforts. They began a
shopping bag today. It is so difficult to teach beginners to crochet when you
do not speak the same language. Thank God above for the interpreters!!!!
Continue to keep us in your prayers!
Shari went to Lanzac and spent the day there with the Health
Agent. She was very impressed with how organized and motivated she was. She
took it upon herself to stand at the gate where the children enter everyday to
see if they had any health needs as they came to school.
Jean, Alicia, Heather, Judy,
Mary, Trish, and Shari scraped and painted at the Mission Center.
Tim and Mark went to Port Au Prince to a couple of
“hardware” stores. Traffic was atrocious. Smells were interesting.
John, Bob, Jon, Maureen, Trevor and Julie we were able to
get all of the fence posts cut and installed. Construction for most of the
footings for all of the playground equipment were completed as well. Tomorrow we’ll
begin the concrete pour of the foundation which will support the fence that
will surround the playground.
Shout Outs:
Hello, Jefferson Primary!!!! I miss you all so much! I have
so much to tell you about when I return home. Just know I feel so blessed to
have had this opportunity to visit Haiti. See you next week.
To Sharon, (my favorite sister), All is going well. Miss you!
Love, Heather
To all my family and friends – I miss you al and your
prayers are working! I am having a great time and meeting so many wonderful
people. God’s love shines in Haiti! -
Stacey
To my church family and Robert – Thank you for your prayers
and continued support. Love you all! Shari
To Bill and family – Having a great time! Seeing so much and
learning. Hope all is well at home. Love, Judy
Dear Grandbabies, Nana and Papa love you and miss you.
Diller boys, thank you for the notes!
Hello to all of my brothers and their families. Hello Amber.
Having a great time helping to build a school roof. Church was wonderful and
the people are great. Love you all! Sharon.
Love to Carissa, Kelsey, Michael, and Jackie! Love, Tim
