Good morning! Yesterday we were exhausted and didn't get a chance to post. "Eskize mwen." Sorry in Creole.

Thursday, our first full day in Haiti. What is the meaning of being a servant? Does it mean doing physical labor for someone or does it mean putting yourself out there to help someone else? We found that our role as servants on this day was very simple. Just to show interest in another's work and that we care sometimes is all it takes to bring loads of encouragement to a Haitian farmer who is working hard to provide for his family. We had the priviledge of visiting many Haitian gardens in the mountains and also their homes. They were so happy and welcoming and willing to share their lives with us. This experience has made us look at things from a different perspective and respect and appreciate our own lives. We also have noticed the opportunity not only to learn from the Haitian people but also from eachother in our group. We learned alot about joy from our new friend "Echo" and the utmost trust he has in everyone. We also learned this country and these beautiful people have unleashed in us a desire to think of them first and how we can use our gifts and talents to help make life a little easier for them. But from their perspective and not ours. What are the true necessities in life? We are beginning to answer these questions.

God bless you and your families! We appreciate all of you!!!