It has been 3 weeks since I landed back in the States. During this time, I have been showered with greetings, hugs, emails, care packages, meals, phone calls…I guess you can say, just down right lots of love. Once again, I feel so blessed.
I just went back to work last night. My managers have been wonderful in giving me the time I need to attempt to adjust back to this reality. I was able to spend 10 days in North Dakota with my family. It was a great time to relax and see lots of friends.
All this time I have been given to re-enter and attempt to wrap my mind around my last few months has been a gift. It still doesn’t make what happened and what is still happening in Haiti seem any easier. If anything it is harder knowing that they are still desperately struggling and I yearn to be there to help.
There is so much that goes through my mind in one day, it is hard to make sense of it all. All I know for sure is that God was on this journey with me and He still is. Some days are tougher than others but I do feel that with time to heal, I will be a stronger person in years to come.
The little that I have been in touch with my friends back in Haiti, I am hearing that life is still very challenging. Most are still in tents, working long hours to help each other out and trying to stay dry when it rains. Each day is filled with so many struggles. It is just so unfair!
As we go about our daily lives that are rooted in our realities, please don’t forget to continue to pray for the people of Haiti and all that are helping there. The road is very long. I pray that God has amazing things in store for Haiti and her people.
Posted by Andy on March 3, 2010 at 9:19 am
Amen. Let it be so.
Posted by Sarah Perri on March 3, 2010 at 9:46 am
So good to hear from you, Joanna! I’ve been thinking about you and praying that the trasitiion is moving along smoothly. Various organizations, groups and churches around Nashville continue to hold events to raise money and resources for the people of Haiti. Please count on our prayers! Like you said, it’s going to be a long road and I pray that many many people will turn to Jesus during this recovery time. Please keep us updated on how you are doing and what is happening w/ your contacts in Haiti. God bless you, Joanna!
Posted by Orlette on March 5, 2010 at 8:25 pm
So nice to hear from you. I firmly believe that God was with you every step of the way, guiding you, protecting you and leading you in each and every situation. You have so many gifts and such a loving heart that I know that God will continue to use you in whatever way He chooses. How exciting!!!