Back to Haiti

      As we begin to mentally and emotionally prepare to return to Haiti on Thursday, we realize just how much we have to be thankful for!  Normally when we return to Pennsylvania, it is for such a short period of time.  We are rushed to get all the meetings, visits, and kids activities in that we can, we barely turn around and we're back on a plane for Haiti again.  We normally are so rushed, we miss experiencing the beauty that is all around us right here in our home town.  The beauty that we had taken for granted for so many years.
     This extended time here has given us opportunity to see and experience this place in a new way.  The natural beauty of fall, running, taking time on the Appalachian trail.  Building new friendships and enjoying time with those we've been friends with for years.  Sharing life with family.  Listening to God.  Celebrating a ministry that God has orchestrated and grown.   All these things we are so thankful for.  We cherish these times!
     As we return to Haiti,  we anticipate a year of excitement.  A year of many unknowns.  A year of challenges.  A year of growth.  A year of learning.  A year of God.
     We ask for your prayer as we transition back in Haiti and as we immediately face a ton of work while feeling the separation from our family and friends.  We ask you to pray for our children as they also continue to sacrifice what is fun, easy, and comfortable to be part of this journey.  It's hard.  They are so isolated.  But God has asked us to trust Him with them.  Please pray for their hearts and their spirits.

     Thank you to those who have taken time to encourage us, reach out to us, share a meal with us, pray for us, and care for us!

~Deb