Well, it's Friday night - the end of our first week of this adventure. I've been having an incredible time so far and am so glad I decided to join the group for this trip. Most of the work I've been helping with is wiring houses that we constructed some time ago for a couple of the women who work for Haiti Arise. It's been great learning more and talking with the Haitians who have been hanging around with us while we've been working. We've almost managed to finish two houses in three days, since we became much more efficient after day one - working together to solve the problems that come at us around every corner. There is something to be said here about doing a LOT with a little.
Our surroundings have been so interesting, from the beauty of the landscape and climate to the hardship of daily life for most people living here. It's also been fascinating to see the different tent villages and the names of various aid agencies plastered on them. Many of those groups don't seem to be around any more...and many of the tent houses are empty. There have been many explanations for why that is and they have all been revealing about how difficult the situation is here, and the immense obstacles that still exist on the road to recovery for Haiti and its people.
Thanks to everyone on our team for their patience, cooperation and good spirits so far!
Tyler
"see the different tent villages and the names of various aid agencies plastered on them. Many of those groups don't seem to be around any more...and many of the tent houses are empty. There have been many explanations for why "
ReplyDeleteAn interesting, yet tragic commentary on the good intentions, but very difficult follow through.
Thank God for Christian organizations on the ground who are able to provide sustainable follow through aide.