When it rains, it pours! We had buckets of rain falling from the sky last night as we slept, and it has gradually slacked off throughout the day today. We have kept busy playing with kids, napping, singing our favorite Christian music, and cleaning like crazy. Some of the guys organized the tool closet and have been doing general maintenance and some much-needed plumbing repairs. We now have a light in the girls' bathroom! Then there's Deb VanGordon on a cleaning mission--that woman has a one-track mind and it's all about cleaning and organizing. She took on the insurmountable task of cleaning the laundry room today, she is simply amazing! I think Tina wants her to move in with her!
Maria is now sitting in the kitchen while the Haitian ladies braid her hair in tons of tiny braids--we'll be sure to take pictures of that!
I must say the highlight of the day for Jim and I was when we beat Jake and Haddi at euchre. It was a long-awaited victory that has eluded us for years! They claim it doesn't count since we are out of the country.
Lunch was perfect today--chicken noodle soup and homemade yeast rolls. It was just the right meal to soothe our aching bellies. Everyone is much better today--thanks for your prayers!
Today I've started reflecting on what I will tell people about my experience in Haiti when I return home. It will be so hard to put into words what this trip has meant for me, but I will do my best. Words can never do justice to what we have all seen and to the beautiful people we have met. I suppose the best response to "What was it like?" will be "Come see for yourself!". I hope all of you are inspired to come see Haiti for yourselves after you hear our stories.
Can't wait to see you all soon!
Laura
I am sooo there...cant wait for the day! Excited to see you soon!!
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