Haiti. Day Four.

Blogged Here.

 

Re-Entry

A few random thoughts as I fly over Florida.

This morning I stood at the screen window to see children bathing themselves at the water well.

Tonight I will take the longest hot shower I have had in years.

This morning I drove away from a village where people are desperate for food.

Tonight I am noticing how many Florida homes have private pools.

In the last week I met many orphans who need someone to love them.

Tonight I will kiss and hug Carly and Colton.

This morning I saw a Tap Tap (Haitian Taxi Truck) carrying upwards of 20 people.

Tonight I will sink into my sporty SUV with leather seats.

Re-Entry.  It sucks.

Also posted here.

 

Haiti. Day One.

Come on over and read about Day One in Haiti.

We should be on track soon.

 

Haiti. Day Two.

Go read all about Day Two.

I know I am working backwards…

 

Haiti. Day Three.

Go read and see about day three.

 

Haiti in Pictures {1}

I posted some pictures here.

Go see.

 

Haiti. I am here.

As I type the sounds of creole are lingering in the background.  I have made it to Haiti.  The sights and sounds are as I had envisoined and yet affected me in a way that I did not expect.  I have officially been in Haiti for less than 24 hours but I know that this place will leave a lasting impression upon all my days.

At the present moment we are at the Rescue Center.  The work done here is truly amazing.  I have been moved to tears many more times than can be counted.  The children have grabbed onto our hearts as well as our hands.  I have colored with, sang songs with, rocked to sleep, and held so many tender souls.  I have seen what I’ve seen and I can’t forget it.  It is true.

On our journey to the Rescue Center we crossed the paths of so much life.  The rivers were full of people washing clothes, bathing, and socializing.  I could not bring myself to lift the camera and shoot.  I sat still and savored each sight.  The countryside is beautiful.  BEAUTIFUL.  The mountains are nothing short of breathtaking.  My current memory verse is so fitting for these days.  Psalm 121:1-2  I raise my eyes toward the mountains where does my help come from?  My help comes from the LORD the maker of Heaven and Earth.  I have said those words over and over today all the while gazing at the gorgoues mountain range.  God is just better than He has to be.  Yes He is.

This post may be full of spelling issues and rambling.  I just wanted to write and share the very real fact that my heart is melting.  And it is not because of the heat.

Melt on.

 

to go… or to stay… ?

“I can’t go with you and stay where I am…”

These lyrics from an amazing song have rolled in thoughts much this week. Jill Paquette sang it at church on Sunday. The words came and went quickly. They dropped me to my seat so I could scribble them down before the memory was lost. If you know the song this came from PLEASE let me know. This is now the only line I can remember.

Isn’t it true?

We just can’t go with Him and stay right where we are. Sometimes figuratively and sometimes in reality.

In two days I will journey with Him to Haiti. I will journey with Him to the place he desires me to see. I will serve the sweet faces He brings before me. I will know Him more. I will love Him more.

I cannot wait.

I will be arriving at the airport at 4 AM on Thursday Morning. Seriously. Throughout the day I will meet up with some amazing people who I am fortunate enough to travel with. My fellow Haiti team is Aaron and Jamie Ivey, Matt and Lauren Pappa, Jason and Sara Hyatt, Marcus and Chrystal Gafford, Amy Gayhart, Ginger Swan, and Kim Rhodes. I am excited to meet each and every person. While there we will be serving the Livesay family as well as Lori, Licia and the Rescue Center.

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Anyway, I want to know if this phrase brings up emotion in you. What does it say to you? Do you think it is a true statement? Why?

“I can’t go with you and stay where I am…”

 

See what I see.

See what I see.

The trees are moving to the sound of the wind.  The birds are chirping a graceful song.  The soft hub of the fan is soothing my spirit.  The purple duct tape bible is resting on my chest.  The heart within me is indulging in hope.  The sweet refreshing moment is being enjoyed.

Praise the Lord, O my soul; all my inmost being,  praise his holy name.   Praise the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits-who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion, who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s. (Psalm 103:1-5)

He is good.

I am now 7 days away from traveling to Haiti.  I am humbled and anxious.  My mind is swirling yet calm.  It is strange.  About an hour ago I took my first malaria pill.  The medicine bottle carries these warnings:  May cause dizziness, Call your Dr. immediately if you experience mood changes such as sadness, depression, or fear.  I am a girl that cannot handle a Tylenol so I am a little worried about the extreme feelings of depression.  I do not need any help with emotions these days.  Interesting.

 

8 days and counting…

Only 8 days until the our team heads off to Haiti.

Read this post from our team leader Jamie.

If you are in the Houston area and want to add to my suitcases comment or e-mail me and we can plan a pick-up.  Read the post above for a list of the Mission needs.  Also if you would like to fulfill the missionaries sweet tooth let me know…I have a list for that too. (Sour Patch Kids, Dove Chocolates, Hot Tamales, and Candy for the Children)  If you don’t live in Houston and you want to send money so we can buy the Haitians some food e-mail me and I will give you my address or paypal link.

Getting Excited.