Greetings, Once again I’m canning pickles and making all kinds of jam. Applesauce, pears and peaches come next to be enjoyed on a cold day this winter. How different my world is from my friends who live in Haiti. They live from day to day with the little that they have. The mountain people are […]
Fall School Supply Drive
Lots going on… Fall is such an exciting time with routines starting again and harvest! I love the crisp fall air and the excitement of new projects. I am personally excited about our first HIH live auction featuring building materials. Perfect for getting materials you need for your fall projects and for helping a wonderful […]
Toothbrushes…
Dear friends, “My God is so great, so strong and so mighty, there’s nothing my God cannot do!” We sang the Sunday school favorite with the children in the Port au Prince orphanage as part of their nightly going to bed routine… I knew it to be true. But, Lord, the need is so great… […]
Fresh eyes…
Hope fulfilled…
I wonder if life is as busy for you as it has been for me. I’m finishing up home schooling with my four kids here at home, working on another trip to Haiti in October with a team, have one son home from college for the summer, horse-shows of course, and keeping up on all […]
Thinking of Mothers…
This past weekend we all celebrated Mother’s Day in one form or another. We either honored our mothers or our children paid tribute to us….. It made me think of our children in Haiti, the ones we all sponsor. Do they celebrate Mother’s Day? I really have a hard time picturing a day off for […]
Vacation Bible School in Nan Wo
We just returned from Haiti! Crosswater Church sent a team of youth group members and staff to hold the 1st ever Vacation Bible School for the 150 children of HIH’s Nan Wo school. Mission accomplished! Sponsored and un-sponsored children alike took part in three incredible days of crafts, singing, dancing, skits, Bible verses and lots […]
It’s a new year!!!
We have been buried in snow for the past two weeks and only yesterday were dug out by a wonderful friend. It’s been tempting to feel cooped up, but I’ve actually enjoyed the forced time at home. I’ve been translating bios from sponsored children and working on other things for HOPE in Haiti. I got a call this […]
Giving Hope…
Dear Friends, Merry Christmas to all of you! This time of year we are all focused on finding that perfect gift for our loved ones and friends. I am reminded first of the gift God gave us all in the form of his son. I am also constantly reminded of the gift each of you […]
Blessings…
Bonjou e bonswa, We have recently arrived back from another thrilling trip to Haiti. Yes, it is hot, dirty, dusty, smelly, and exhausting; but it is also beautiful, meaningful and so wonderful to see our friends there again. I wish I could convey to you the gratitude they have for the help each of you […]