We are having a great time. The cloud cover has been our salvation. We spent the morning at the orphanage with the kids. Then in the afternoon we went and saw my friends at Heartline Ministries. It is always so great to reunite. We have so many amazing memories and it was great to introduce them to my mom, Elise and Punky.
When we returned to the guesthouse, I was greeted by my adorable godson Evan. He is so big and will turn 4 next week. It was so fun to get to hug and squeeze him a little.
My mom has some thoughts to share with ya’ll…
I don’t know what to say but feel it is important that I let you know that this is life changing. Being Joanna’s mama must be a very special thing for people,they light up and give me hugs and kisses. This is from children and adults. I really am not making any profound conclusions so I’m just observing, listening and smelling. I actually got salt in my eyes from sweating. Now I know why I was never a great athlete. Thanks for your prayers and well wishes. Love Mama
Posted by Donna Niemann on October 13, 2011 at 6:59 pm
So good to see the pictures and hearing everything about your trip to Haiti, Karen. I am glad that they are calling you mama. You know that is what I always called my mother.The bake sale went very well. We had people buying almost before we were entirely set up for business.ha We all missed you tho, Karen. Bye for now. Love, Donna
Posted by Kathy Coyle on October 13, 2011 at 8:32 pm
Wow! I can’t believe Karen is in Haiti (except that Bill Grande told me you were going so I’m not totally surprised). You’ve got more guts than me! I hope you all have a terrific, memorable trip. I will look forward to hearing all about it.
Your seasonal neighbor,
Kathy