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Whew! Who knew it would take so long to review and edit over 700 photos? Some of my favorites are now on our Facebook page.
In my next post, I will continue with some of the stories of the people. But for now you might want to check out the photos, especially if you donated a quilt, bunny or supplies. You'll get to see your contributions in action!
May God bless each of you this weekend,
Rebecca
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It's funny how I thought we Americans were all that when it came to repurposing, creating something from what's lying around. Little did I know . . .
We were at the building site for Lady Sonia's house (the lady in the last post) and my son saw a boy about his age playing with a 'toy'. My husband wanted a closer look and asked the boy to show him. Really, it's the coolest thing ever.
The boy had made the truck himself. Every little bit of it from materials he had scrounged around and found on the ground. Old tin cans from the relief effort. Scraps of string. The wheels are from old discarded flip flops. His hammer a rock.
We stood there staring at it for a while. I'm thinking how ridiculous I've been to think that I know how to re-purpose. My son's thinking...way cool. And my husband says what we Americans are pretty good at saying...'how much do you want for it?'.
And so we are the proud new owners of this toy which showcases a young man's ability to build, craft, create. No Legos involved. He was happy to sell his truck and was heading home to find materials to make more.
The coolest thing? I think my son's affection for his Xbox slipped several notches. He hasn't picked it up once since we've been home.
And so I thought I might start to share my latest Haiti trip with you in the form of stories. One by one. There are so many. And they each deserve the spotlight.
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Back home from Haiti. Just barely.
With my mind spinning and my bones weary.
So much to share with you, but for now . . .
. . . I will let this suffice.
Thank you, each of you. Your giving has been a blessing to these women in so many ways.
Give me a day or two and I will post more photos and updates.
love,
Rebecca
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Aren't they beautiful? These quilts handmade by you. To wrap around the shoulders of the dear Haitians who are still scared and broken from the quakes. (also beautiful is the golden sun now shining here in Nashville)
I will be taking these quilts with me this week when I travel back to Haiti. These quilts, and much love from you. We will be distributing them and the many crafting supplies to the women. Getting our plan together and where we head next with this new venture. Figuring out how to best meet their needs according to them. That's how it should be.
May I request these two things from you while I am away?
(1) Pray for us if you will
(2) Watch this slideshow (voicesofhaiti.com). Fix a cup of coffee and sit down and take the time to do this. View every photo and read every caption. Then you'll know why I do what I am doing for these people who are smart and beautiful and courageous and real. You'll know.
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