Despite having a beautiful and sunny week, this weekend has been cold and rainy so far. I slept with a duvet last night!!! and today I'm wearing pants and a long sleeve shirt, unbelievable. I've been busy the last few days with more administrative tasks. We are going to continue to distribute food to the families of our students for the time being so I will continue to assist with this whenever possible. We are also trying to take this time as on organization to reflect on our past work and evaluate it. We want to move forward with much prayer, relying on the Lord to lead and guide us in the way we should go.
Last night a bunch of us were able to get together for a BBQ. It was great to fellowship together and enjoy some laughs. We still talk a lot about the quake, where we were when it happened and what we saw and experienced. Everytime I see someone for the first time since the quake, we share our stories and then discuss what we're up to these days. I find myself often dividing time into "before the quake" and "after the quake". I've been reading some articles about the effects of post traumatic stress. When I was back in Canada I had the opportunity to meet with a Christian counsellor to debrief and share my personal experience. Most Haitians don't have that luxery. I often hear people say that Haitians are strong and therefore they'll be fine. I do agree that Haitians are strong, very strong, but I also rejoice that they have access to the ultimate cousellor, the God who provides healing and restoration. He has not forgotten His people and He never will. I find much comfort in this promise.
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