Where’s Gabriel? Part 1. Written Thursday September 30 I have gotten many questions about Gabriel and have not been able to respond, because it is difficult. This is the hardest thing I have ever written about. It’s a terrifying memory. A heartbreaking event. And though God knows the end, I do not yet, which breaksContinue reading “Where’s Gabriel? Part 1.”
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Too Much Rubble
“The strength of those who bear the burdens is failing. There is too much rubble. By ourselves we will not be able to rebuild the wall.” Nehemiah 4:10 Every time I read this, three words stand out to me. Too much rubble. Anyone who has ever been to Haiti or maybe even seen pictures hasContinue reading “Too Much Rubble”
Scars.
As we all chaotically sat down to eat, we heard the small yet strong voice announce, “Nou poco priye!” (“We haven’t prayed yet!”). Looking at each other we realized she was right…I then asked Micha to pray for us, since she was the one who voiced her concern. She lowered her head, covered her eyesContinue reading “Scars.”
Words.
Words. Words are so powerful. They are our way to communicate. Communicate how we feel, how we think, what we want. Sometimes I have walked through Gressier wishing that I didn’t know any words. Wishing I didn’t know any Haitian Creole. Wishing I couldn’t hear the painful questions or listen to the painful stories. ThingsContinue reading “Words.”