We had a fairly seamless day of travel. Before we left Minneapolis I tried to convince airport security that Jeremy was a sketchy character, but they turned on me and began giving me a hard time (all in fun though). After a quick stop in Miami we arrived with all our bags and gear accounted for. We only lost Levi for a little while--J/K. We are all here and safe.
We were able to get to the house, settle in, and enjoy a wonderful Haitian dinner at the house. Feeling pretty good after dinner we decided to walk down to a nearby tent city... our first real Haiti experience!! We brought a couple soccer balls and the kids came out of the woodwork. All vying for one of the balls. Brad and I felt like NFL running backs trying to get to the small play area. Each of us had 10-12 kids draped on us and we were just trying not to fumble. We crossed the end-zone dragging many of them with us.
Then we truly began to experience what some of this is all about. Children everywhere simply wanting you to pick them up and hold them. So we did! We just hold them in our arms and love all these little ones. We tickle, bounce, spin around and they respond with absolute delight and laughter. What incredible joy in such simple things. My little buddy for the night was Samuel (see above). But as you can see, there were so many, we could hardly give each one a bit of attention and love! God is good and he proves that through the joy of these children!
We've only just begun, we're sleep deprived from the early flight, but completely energized to face into this week with open hearts to what our great God will show us and how He will shape our hearts through this trip.
Love you all,
--Kenny
Kenny and the rest of the team,
ReplyDeleteI am so happy to hear that you have arrived safely. What a joy to share God's love with all of those children. We're praying for you and the team as you minister this week!
Love,
Kris Hallblade
I'm so glad that you all had a great trip down there and it looks like you will be a lot of kid wrangling this week. Have a great time, we're keeping all you and Haiti in our prayers!
ReplyDeleteHope you had a good night rest, I know how hard it could be to sleep in a tropical weather place, coming from here.
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear of your safe arrival and the wonderful/touching experience you are having already.
You got out of the twin cities at the perfect time. Did you hear how the weather here yesterday and today? :)
Thanks for taking the time to let us know what's going on. Can't wait to hear more. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.