Thursday, May 7, 2009






Today was our mission teams fun day. We stated off the day with a great breakfast of pancakes and mangos. We then went to Mother Theresa's Mission. It was parents day and the place was filled with people. It helped to take the inital shock of the place away. Usually our first view begin in the infermerary. Tiny children with IV in their heads. Hair orange from Malnutirion. It is a very emotional experience. Paul was able to see a new child that was brought in. He also diagnosed a child taken her last few breaths. Josh was overwhelmed but amazing when I asked him to pray for her and to offer her to the Lord. It was hard to leave her crib but we needed to go. Lots of children were held and loved on by this Halos Mission. We all felt great about that.

Next we were off to The Baptist Mission. Before we got there we drove upon a new car accident and the docs got out of the car to help. Many were glad they took their Dramamine. We had our fill of sandwiches, fries, and ice cream. Many of us then toured the hospital while others walked down to the small zoo. Then came the shopping and the vendors..........wow! What a crazy time that is. Many team members (including myself) were able to purchase many gifts for family members and friends.

We then went to Fort Jacques for a guided tour of the Fort. Our tour guide showed us everything about the Fort. The views were incredible. You could see the city of Port-au-Price, the airport, the Caribbean Market, and the sea. We could also see the "small" & "big" lake that can take you to the Dominican. We had lots of fun and took many pictures. We made it just in time for dinner at the guest house.

We had a great team meeting and lights out. We were a tired group. We have seen around 100 patients per day. They come to the gate at 4 AM and at the end of the day we are still turning patients away. The need is so great and our time so short. We thank our families and friends for making this trip possible. We pray you will join us in Haiti someday.

God Bless,

Jennifer

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