"WE HAD PANCAKES FOR BREAKFAST". They were huge and so good!
The kids today were cute. It was very HOT but the standing made it better than just sitting around. The Creol was hard to understand but we communicated best with motions. My station at VBS was music and we taught creation and used the song "He's got the whole world in His hands" substituting some Creol words in the song. Some of the kids were pulling on me more than others. There was lots of hair touching and grabbing. They loved the bubbles we brought but we ran out of those really quick. I learned that I'm not really good at jump rope anymore when I was pushed into a game mid-way. It seems that many people (kids and older) are very interested in my hands. Not sure what to do with that.
The smells of Haiti are hard to describe. It follows us everywhere. Even after a shower there is a distinct odor. The sitting on top of a truck when driving always makes me think that I'm going to fall out. The roads are bumpy and there are no rules except survive. There is a distinct connection with people through the church, seems that many people know each other. THere is a sense that they are all in love with God and continuing to grow.
Shout out to Dad & Grandma. Mr. Patch I miss us (Lucy I don't care about you and you are annoying)
Sounds like the kids at VBS really enjoyed you and all of your activities. With so little to do in their lives you bring them a new form of happiness. Its adventure for them as well as for you.
ReplyDeleteGregg Hothem
Maddie, sit towards the front of the truck and Patches misses you too. Love you, Dad
Hi JoEllen! Sorry about the heat. I guess this is your Maddie - how exciting that our kids are in Haiti at the same time! I will be praying for VBS and the evening services, etc. Thanks for the updates!
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