Loving One More Joanna's journal in Haiti

I am going to try to not talk about it anymore but this weather is incredible.  Today was the hottest day I have ever experienced. I couldn’t cool down or stop sweating no matter what I did.  Beth did remind me that all of us are experiencing it together so no need to complain.  I was trying not to but failed miserably. This is intense. Today, Accuweather is saying the “feels like” temp will be 122 degrees by 2pm.  That is unimaginable.

Anne and I spent the morning at the field hospital with the kids and listening to some of the patients tell their stories. It was very powerful.  Anne said her good byes and we took her to the airport.  I can’t find the words to thank Anne enough for taking this journey with  me.  It was a huge sacrifice for her and her family and she did so well.  I am so blessed to call you my dear friend Anne! I will be praying for you as you attempt to transition back to ”your reality.” It is tough but I know that you have lots of people around to love you.  Thanks for loving me. 

Baby Aiden stole Anne's heart!

I spent the afternoon at the Heartline Women’s Center helping Jonna pack and organize.  The Women’s Center is moving to a new home next week so I spent the afternoon back in post earthquake role, organizing medications. It was great to spend time with Jonna.

This evening I got the pleasure of joining John for 2 hours of prayer and praise at his church. I enjoyed the ride to the church with John to have time with him to really learn.  He is an incredible man with so much wisdom and love.  I had never been to an event that all you did was pray for 2 hours. I was very relaxing and enjoyable.  There was a band made up of Haitian musicians that did an incredible job leading worship.  What a great evening to reflect, rejoice, mourn and heal.  So much to give thanks for in my life.