Thursday was action packed in a different way. We were a "mobile" unit yesterday. We took a road trip to two orphanages and a pastor's home. The first stop was an orphanage where the first Haiti mission team painted and constructed bunk beds last June/July. There are now 9 beautiful boys and girls there. They all just wanted to play with us, hold our hands (and glasses and cameras!) and be hugged. They needed a loving touch. It was easy to provide it. Next we went to the pastor's home on which the last Haiti team built a roof. We are putting together and plan to improve his water collection system. Afterwards, we sampled some local cuisine (Yes!) as we drove a short (about 7 miles) trip that took over 2 hours. And you think Charlotte traffic is bad. :). We ended up at another orphanage with about 120 kids. We arrived at their dinner time. We saw God's presence as the each folded their hands to pray before they ate. It is impossible to describe the conditions they live in. Poverty beyond imagination. But, they too just wanted a loving touch. We did a little repair work with many helpers. We played soccer, pushed them in swings, practiced our Creole and simply loved on them. We already miss seeing them again.
We even crammed in some sightseeing and shopping. Go figure. We are all doing well. Tired but content. Not ready to leave, but ready to come home.
Have a blessed day!
Team Haiti
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