The time in Haiti always passes quickly with a slow Haitian pace. Rick, Barb and Doug will be leaving late this afternoon. We feel pleased with all the things accomplished in one week and quietly wonder if more could have been done. So American in our thinking. The gift of not being able to be here longer is that we empower our Haitian partners. This relationship and shared trust makes the values of LOVE Takes Root organization to work with projects that are self sustainable attainable.
As we leave and arrive in Haiti, the first and last thing we do is hug and kiss each sweaty, sweet child. The spirits and potential of each child is felt. You see future fathers and mothers. Future teachers, nurses, farmers, business owners and leaders. As I stand dripping and filled with love, in my mind runs the words; Jesus loves the little children, all the children of the world, they are yellow, black and white, they are precious in his sight, Jesus loves the little children of the world. As Jesus taught us Love our God, and Love one another. I reflect that everyone who has worked to make this project a reality has loved these children. It does not matter if you assisted with the LTR web site, organizing a fundraising event, wrote thank yous, ordered tee shirts, donated pencils, sponsored a child, donated money, traveled to assist- you have loved. Our hearts are filled with gratitude our bodies are tired and hot and are spirits are overflowing with joy.
We will hit Miami and the pace will increase dramatically and quickly. We will take out our phones and the cortisol will increase. There is work to be done and funds to be raised to finish the vision.
God Bless you today!
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