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The pictures I am putting up now are from the early days, and you may have to click on "older entries" near the bottom of the page to go to them. I have been able to push a couple more up today, but the satellite and the ground transmission station have not been cooperative here. I have made the pictures very small, but to little avail. Also, I have finally posted the input for Sunday. I had tried and tried to get this posted, but circuits work much more poorly here than they do in the states. I thank God for what I have been able to do. I will be patient as I complete this - some may have to wait until our return.
I get another day of maintenance, because Bruce is too sick to work the bulldozer, so we will not have dirt to tamp at the river church. He is up and about, but wisely taking it easy. We are finishing blackboards this morning, and going to visit the dam this afternoon. I was looking forward to another workout...
The baby girl we asked you to pray for is now taking her mother's milk. The doctor was hopeful, since girl babies tend to be stronger than boys, that her survival chances are pretty fair. Only God knows, of course, so we continue to pray.
There was a malaria mosquito inside my netting last night, but I got her before she got me. The medicine evidently just suppresses the symptoms, rather than cure the disease. We are all very careful about armoring ourselves with DEET.
Dinner last night was absolutely ambrosial! Deb called it Yankee Tacos -- basically homemade chili over corn muffins (build to taste). It was the best chili I ever tasted. There were no leftovers (not my fault!).
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Ray and I are leaving tomorrow on an Eastern Caribbean cruise. I will really miss reading your last updates and especially your homecoming at church Sunday.
Actually, we will be spending July 2 in Labadee, Haiti. Please don't leave us a shovel, but a bottle of suntan lotion would be nice! We stopped there in 2000 and I remember at that time Royal Caribbean Cruise Line stated that they/we were helping the economy by RCCL leasing the gorgeous beach, the hiring of many locals to work there, and us buying their handmade products. Do you think God counts it as His work as we sit under a palm tree sipping a cold, tropical drink?!?!?!?
I know by now you are all anxious to return home to familiar surroundings and to share your experiences with everyone. Savor your last few days there and together, as this as been an experience of a lifetime for you all. I am so proud of you and happy for you that you could do it.
I pray for a safe and uneventful trip back home for you.
See you on July 6th!
Dear Friends,
The fire smoke has now reached Williamsburg and these old leaky buildings do not hold it all back completely. Some coughing going on in our office today and I pray for all those working outdoors. It was reported on the news this morning about an earlier fire in the same Great Dismal Swamp. It began in 1923 and burned for three years. Yikes!
The photo of Maria and Becky digging away in their skirts was great, but I can’t quite imagine the comfort of it. I enjoyed hearing of your worship service and hope that you bring back photos of the day for our visual curiosity. We, too, sang “Lord I Lift Your Name on High” and I went thru the hand motions with all of you in my thoughts. And, your Haitian meal sounds interesting and might be fun to prepare and share while we hear of your journey. I’d be willing to give it a try. Plus, more to add to that cookbook that we keep talking about. Perhaps we could include a few of Deb’s creations as well.
Tonight is my turn to assist Wylie and Brittany and friends at the church packing lunches for the children in downtown Newport News. I especially look forward to hearing from them about the progress of that ministry.
Enjoy these final days of mission as they are no doubt with mixed feelings.
Hugs, Iris
Hello All -
I am so sorry to hear that Bruce is not feeling well. I pray that good health and energy return to him very soon. I can't tell you how much it has meant to me and Bill to read your comments. We discuss how things are going for you and pray for you as your Haiti mission draws to a close.
The Haitian meal sounded very interesting. Was everyone able to find something to eat? I know you have at least one person who doesn't eat too many different things!
I know you arrive back here on Saturday, but when do you leave Haiti? Do you have to go back through Miami/Atlanta or lay over some place else? I am so sorry that I will not be there to meet you when you return. I will not be back in town until July 7 and not back at church until July 13. I really look forward to seeing you then. While I am out of town, I will have access to e-mail, so please let me hear news of your safe return.
Love and Prayers - Jane
Hey guys!!!! I am glad you are all doing well. I cant wait to see you on Sunday. Im looking forward to hearing all your stories. I actually have one of my own to you guys. See you soon, come back to us safely.
Love you all an miss you
Alicia
Hello All,
We miss you all and continue to prayfor for your success. As you can tell I have been doing the typing. I'm sure you can tell by my spelling and such or lack there of. Bob is much better than I at both,oh well!! I hope the teachers won't be to hard on me upon their return. All is well here. We will be out of town when you return but are looking forward to hearing all your adventures. As always, we are praying for your health and safety.Be careful as you travel home --be watchful of your surroundings,take care of each other and be ever watchful and be(thats what Bob always says)
Love and Prays to all
Bob$Rosemary
PS Sandi- Rhet is doing well spoke with her today
Dear Friends: It's now Wednesday evening and I think you are able to go to the beach tomorrow. Try to relax and rest a bit before you begin your journey home.
I will be performing a wedding -- Daniel Ellis and Bonnie Marras--when you are returning to Patrick Henry. I want to hear from you though and will surely come to the airport after the wedding if your flight is delayed.
We are all eagerly anticipating your return. I look forward to spending time with you on Sunday.
Know that as you travel on Friday and Saturday you will be much in my prayers.
Your ministry in Haiti is making a difference to the people there, to Bruce and Deb, in your own lives and in ours. You may not see the affect of your ministry now or for years to come, but be confident that you have made a difference and a difference has been made in you and all of us.
I love you all. Deborah
Dear Friends: I'm sure you've already done this, but just in case . . . please ask Bruce and Deb for any and all ways we may be able to help them personally and with their projects. I'm sure you all have many ideas to share with our World Mission Team.
Enjoy your day. Give my love to Bruce and Deb.
Eager to hear your day. Love, Deborah
Dear Friends,
As you begin to think about your journey home, I thought it a good time to give you a quick update of the news headlines:
"Oprah Winfrey has just ended three weeks of vegan eating." She’s now ready for mission work in Haiti!
"Tiger Woods will be out of commission for some time due to knee surgery." But he'll be busy spending the $7 million he just won at the U.S. Open to help others, I’m certain of that. With lots of reading time on his hands now, this might be an opportunity to send him a tithing letter!
"The price of gas in Newport News is almost $4 a gallon" and the price of milk is almost $4 a gallon. So driving to Starbucks for that Pumpkin Spice Latte will now cost you around $16. Better bring home some of that good Haitian blend instead.
"Heather Locklear is seeking treatment for anxiety." Perhaps a few days with boss Bruce would cure her woes!
"Summer television is evolving." Tuesday night was the premier episode of “I Survived a Japanese Game Show” Let’s toss them a few malaria mosquitoes and a roach strong enough to turn a door handle and see how they’ll survive that!
And finally, if you have ever had that burning desire to be a bridesmaid there is a couple in Virginia Beach who sold the position for their upcoming nuptials on ebay, in an effort to fund their wedding expenses. The winning bid last evening was $7,500. Should discuss when you return. As my thoughts turn toward the upcoming “Christmas in July,” fundraiser for Haiti, an alternate suggestion might be …”Bridesmaids for Bruce.” Perhaps Deborah could assist in presenting that very idea to each prospective bride at DPC. And, think about this, Fred would no longer have to dress up in tights and spandex and take orders from the pixie Santa!
All in fun. Hope your day at the beach was even more. Hugs, Iris
Began my morning - as I have each day you have been away - with my prayers for each of you and for all you touch. My mind started bouncing and I just realized that I forgot to say Amen. Now I think that it a good thing. I think of you all off and on all day and say a quick - bless their food - or help them to stand the heat - So - I am actually talking with God all day about you and yours. I have decided my Amen will only be said when you are all safely home. Until them I will be saying little prayers for you every chance I get.
6-26-08
Hi Everyone, I hear you are going to the beach today and I hope it is an enjoyable time. You have worked hard at your mission and a little down time showed be great. We look forward to your return home and pray that it will be a safe journey.
The air quality was better this morning with very little smoke in the air, but the heat has increased. It is suppose to be 95 degrees today. I have a liitle garden at home and normally water it every other day so the plants don't wilt. You noted in one of your blogs that the corn/plants are growing well and I took it to mean that Haiti is getting sufficient rain for their crops. Praise God.
I helped last night with food preparations for the Kids eat free program at Paul's trailor park. There were four of us plus Wylie and we filled containers with salad and fruit and set up bags for the next two days of lunches. Wylie said that about 30+ kids are showing up for lunch. Our church is now handling the lunches for Mon-Friday and Connie Seburn is handling the breakfasts only for Mon-Friday.
I will pray for your safe return. Blessings to all our you for your work and mission in Haiti.
Best wishes,
Delores
Hello to all! I try to imagine what kind of emotions you are leaving your temporary abode with. Even after that short period of time, part of you will be left behind. That will be the part of your soul that has embraced many and shown your new circle of friends that someone cares. As you cross the ocean and look down, your experiences will be fading in and out with the waves. I hope it won't be airsickness. Am so looking forward to your first-hand report after you have adjusted to our opulent lives again. Love and prayers, Anneliese
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