New Arrivals and Relapses
Hi all. The Timbrmart crew, Brian Bowers, Aimee Feaver, Rich Huisman and his 14yr old son Josh have arrived safe and...
HATS – Haiti encourages individuals and work teams to travel to Haiti to be a part of the work we are doing. Those who come to Haiti are given the opportunity to join in construction projects, visit in the local community, spend time with the children, and minister in church. You can help us in our work for the most needy and most vulnerable members of Haiti’s population. Come be transformed by seeing the need and being a part of meeting that need. Be part of the story
Hi all. The Timbrmart crew, Brian Bowers, Aimee Feaver, Rich Huisman and his 14yr old son Josh have arrived safe and...
Bob I’m back in the saddle some what. Today I had good start to my day. Feeling much better stomach...
Sunday already. Hard to believe. I am sure that this is the hottest day we have had so far. Bob...
A big sorry for the delay in getting out a blog, but Bob and I both agree that this will...
Yesterday morning started with a devotion with the American visitors and the staff of HATS. It was a very neat...
We thought to start todays blog we would share the Valentine we sent our wives to celebrate the day. Irene,...
It’s hard to believe we crammed so much into just one day yesterday – late in the day we were...
We’ve had a good night in Montreal and been very well cared for by the Embassy in Port-au-Prince, the military...
Update on Serlande It appears that the source of the problems was that Serlande’s sugar levels had reached a very...
Serlande. the eldest orphan, lives with diabetes, and has not been feeling well most of our trip. Yesterday, she was...
Today was one of the days which I will remember for the rest of my life. I’ve seen disasters on...
This is my last blog and I am sharing the many beautiful things in Haiti. View from on top of...
Our day began with Ti Luckner taking on the job of Assistant Security with Ti wo wo. He was very...
My three weeks is almost up and we are just about organized in the office. Most of the photos are...
Yesterday, Karen, Ti Luckner, Odner and I headed to Saint Marc to pick up supplies. Truck “Tap Tap” broken down taking...
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I have learned much about Haiti in my short stay here, much about generational, entrenched poverty, and much about hope. We can only be part of the bringing of hope if we become one small actor on the huge stage that is poverty. Thank you, Lynn Clark, for inviting me to share this life changing experience with you, and thank-you, Karen Huxter, for investing so much of your life in a work designed to bring hope to those who need it more than any Canadian could ever imagine.
I had anticipated that I would enjoy spending time getting to know the children and being a part of Karen’s daily life in Haiti but I had not anticipated that it would capture my heart like it did. I will miss spending time with the children and Karen but I am hopeful that I’ll be able to see them all again in the not too distant future.
It’s my hope that I manage to touch their hearts in some small way, the way that they have touched mine – in a major way.
This is my first trip to Haiti and I’m hoping that it will not be my last! I could start by telling you all about my experiences however I’ll start by saying that Haiti DOES hit you in your heart! Not a day goes by when I’m not fighting back tears. Hands Across the Sea is an amazing place! Our team has been assembled of different men that all who all felt God calling them to do his bidding. Since I have been here I was quick to realize that we are just helpers here. Karen and her team of workers are, what I believe to be, the real workers of God! Each child presents their own challenges and Karen and her staff make sure that all of the children, not one child, are seen to!
Personally, this is my first time here. I’ve never done a mission trip of any sort before and I’ve certainly never been anywhere this hot before. I keep seeing things that are different from what I’m used to, and hearing about things even more unfamiliar to me. One of the most surprising things to meis how quickly I’ve grown to love all the people here. Everyone here is great, and the team is wonderful too. Watching everyone support each other warms my heart almost as much as the sun warms my skin. I’ve learned a lot from this experience, and I know that this trip has already had a profound impact on my life.
I’m not sure what we’re doing here, just showing up for a week – it’s not like it’s sustainable. And I don’t want to become depressed by some of the harsh realities that Karen has to deal with every day. You know it’s ONE thing to start an orphanage and school (Yes, Karen has done things that are beeeeyond me), but it’s ANOTHER thing to raise the 20 babies that become YOUR kids!!! Not only are they a big family, but they are a big family containing individual stories that got them all to where they are in the orphanage. I don’t even know how to describe it…I have never seen a woman her age with this much energy…fun loving energy that is. She so inspired me today and really is a wonderful mother to all these children.
This is my first time traveling outside of Canada and I am proud to say it was for a mission trip. I have always wanted to go on one and see what it like in other parts of the world and do what I can to help out. Haiti is a terminus life change for me and how I look at things. Seeing these kids and how they have such a passion for each other and for us is truly inspiring. I look back to what I was like at that age and I don’t think I was half as kind or generous as they are. This morning we did devotions and as I was speaking about what an impact they had on me only in one day I started to tear up…it was very emotional to talk about.
Amazing organization! Had the pleasure of visiting twice, and can’t wait to go back again someday. God is doing some wonderful things at HATS!
We have so enjoyed our time here. The work we have done has been fulfilling, the fellowship has been memorable and our hearts are forever impacted by the sweet, sweet children. A piece of HATS will always stay with each of us and who knows, maybe a few will return!
Such important work done with LOVE and commitment!
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