Yes...Gail here BLOGGING! This Haiti Mission trip has been beyond my imagination. Today we had a gathering for the elders at Grace Village, the Healing Haiti Orphanage. They could have a shower (one elder hasn't had a shower in recent years), they had a lunch, and took part in 2 crafts with the enthusiasm of young children. They walked into the door with huge smiles and warm hugs anticipating a glorious day. And did they have a glorious day! Because of the massive earthquake in January of 2010, these lovely elders are living in tarp tents, a step up from the cardboard tents they used to call home. They are sleeping on dirt floors. Most are weak and fragile. Some are blind or partially paralyzed. When we went to visit them at their homes, they welcome us warmly and proudly show us their few household items. They are thrilled to see that we have brought them medical supplies, lotions, etc. The culture and economic opportunities separate us, but they have hopes and dreams too. For all of us, it's been an honor to be God's caring hands. We also had an emotional visit to the Mass Grave, where 300,000 people were all buried after the earthquake. Tomorrow we are going to help with water trucks in Citie Soleil and then go to The Home for Sick and Dying Children. We may have to alter our flight plans depending on impending Hurricane Isaac's track.
Orevwa, Gail
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