The trip onto Haiti was without problem, just very very long. We had to meet at the church at 2:00 AM, but pre- mission jitters had me tossing and turning only from 10:30 - 12:30 AM, and then up to shower etc. From there, a 2+ hour drive to Detroit, 2 flights, a layover, and arrival to PAP around 4:30 PM.

Customs and immigrations went well with the help of a gift of some toy cars to the security guard. PAP was really no different than before - Tents everywhere, people everywhere, and trash all over. All seriously disturbing, though unfortunately becoming familiar.

A hair raising drive through mountains left most of our team wanting to lose our cookies by the side of the road and we finally got in about 8:30 PM or so.

Today the men worked like never before - carrying large rocks and digging the foundation for a home. After the block came, we had to load it in the pick up, drive to the house, and unload it again, five loads in all! Haiti is still Hot and Humid!

Needless to say we are really, really tired already, but feel blessed to have the experience. What a joy to serve the Lord with 15 of our best friends!

Tomorrow we'll go to church, where Jeff will get to lead worship, then we'll go to our contractor's house where we'll help him make repairs.

Please keep praying for us!


Jim