Today Mommy Duncan drove us to the market in the little town just before Port-au-Prince. This 83 year old lady is fearless! Before driving off her property she went into the church to say a prayer...I am glad she did! It was quite the adventure! I got to ride in the back of her pick-up truck with Anne and Brittaney, the other 2 American girls here for the summer and Anne's translator, Alex. First we bumped along the rocky road out of Lamardelle in the back with an empty propane tank we had to fill. Mommy Duncan honked all along the ride but I wasn't sure if it was to say hi to the people along the way or to warn them she was on the road! We went to a small market in the town of Croix de Bouquets and then we road back to pick up the propane and then also to buy ice at another store. Finally, on our way home we also stopped at various stands along the way and Mommy would barter with the vendor for a good price for fruit. On the way back Mommy forgot to slow down for a bump and Anne and her translator almost went flying out of the truck as they were sitting on the propane tank that was rolling around. It was quite the adventure!
After a small lunch of potatos in bean sauce and dough, we went to Mommy's pool and I got to take Gualege swimming for the first time. Although he has been to swim at the river before, he had never been in a pool before and he was fearless! By the time I was ready to go, he was jumping into the shallow end with Aunty Anne. I think he will love the water park by our house when he finally comes home! Keep praying!
I have limited time on the computer as there is not electricity until the evenings and am having problems getting pictures and video loaded. I will continue to try to get a link on the blog but meanwhile it may just be a picture or two. Thanks for understanding and for all your comments and encouragement.
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LOL!!! That had to be quite the ride! It is bad enough going down those roads inside a vehicle. The thought of little Mommy Duncan driving a bunch of Americans in the back of a truck is enough to make me laugh the rest of the night. Thanks.
Just got back from Youth Missions Night at Faith (our church home). I am so grateful to our Lord for your willing heart and for the connection with Haiti that He has provided through you. Your blog has made real and tangible both the need and the hope in Haiti. Thank you little sister!
What an awesome family photo! Can't wait to go swimming with the boys. The sweet Lord's blessings, hugs, and kisses. We love you all! (the diet cokes and the boys' smiles make the burden light!)
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