A small group traveled to Haiti for a short visit with our ministry partners with Good Samaritan Ministry and the children of Good Samaritan Children's Homes. Little did we know how much love and fun would be packed into those days!
We arrived exhausted Friday evening (2/28) and went right on to the Jan & Feb birthday celebration that was also a farewell for twins Phara and Phaline. Phara and Phaline are 23 year old twins who have spent many years growing up in the girls home becoming leaders and amazing role models for the younger girls. Their strong faith and hard work have led them through the trials of being away from their parents who could not raise their five children. With the help of the Cazeau's, Good Samaritan Ministries, and AWAKENHAITI, the girls are thriving and are just finishing their two-year medical studies and are ready to return to their parents' home. It was a tearful goodbye but we will continue to walk with them as they establish independence and self-sufficiency!
Saturday we were blessed enough to spend some time at the boys' soccer clinic! We then spent the afternoon helping to administer dental exams and varnish treatments. Junior has been working his way through dental training and this was another step in learning for him! Thank you to Tim for providing such great guidance for Junior and to Rich and Don for your awesome support work!
Sunday we traveled to another children's home to provide the same dental care for their 21 children and a few neighbors.
Monday was field trip day to Fort Jacques to take in some breath taking views and experience some of Haiti's History. The kids loved getting out of their homes for the day during their break from school!
For a little information on Fort Jacques, here is a video...Fort Jacques
After returning, we finished the dental exams.
Tuesday morning was a lot of fun...taking more pictures, talking, getting and giving lots of hugs! Then there is goodbye. Always a hard time that tugs at your heart. We love these kids, they are so special. We trust God to watch over them and care for them...what a blessing to be part of their lives!
Click the link For pictures of Feb Trip
Click this link for pictures of Fort Jacques Pics
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