In addition to being a huge surprise it was a blessing to have my family here, to have them see first-hand where I live and experience my daily life here. Although I can't say they were big fans of hikes up the mountain, or of sweating :)
As I sat in church Sunday morning worshiping with my mom, sister and niece, children sitting on laps, playing with hair, and singing these lyrics, in Creole and English, "All nations All people Sing glory hallelujah, Glory hallelujah, You are Lord, Lord God Almighty" I couldn't stop the tears from welling up.
It seemed so "right" to share time here together, and I believe my family has increased peace about me living here.
Can't wait for the rest of them to experience first-hand the place I call home!
(To get the full effect of my reaction you should look at the pictures with the slideshow...)
Can't wait for the rest of them to experience first-hand the place I call home!
(To get the full effect of my reaction you should look at the pictures with the slideshow...)
My Haiti family is a huge blessing as well. I can't believe they pulled this off without me having even the slightest hint of a clue! You have no idea what it means to me that y'all did this for me.
