We are settling right in and starting to learn how things work (or don't :) around here! It is almost like learning everything all over again: laundry and cooking and cleaning and shopping are all completely different than what we are used to! Stacey is learning to make bread and Matt is figuring out how to deal with the water and electricity. Just this morning, I (Stacey) decided to sift the flour before using it because it seemed like the flour was very heavy...It's a good thing I did, because there were several small worms left in my sifter when I had finished! Just another reality of life in Haiti...flour comes with worms!We are very thankful for this time to figure these things out before we dive into our ministry at the seminary on Monday. The currency is all different, as well, so we're trying to conquer the equation for our trips to the market.
These first four pictures are of our home, view from the front door, and our backyard. The final picture is of what may become our next home! It is one of the first completed buildings on the new seminary compound, and, as you can see, is a beautiful home! The other buildings (classrooms, dorms, cafeteria and library) are all coming along well. It is expected that the seminary will be able to start on this compound in a year or two! It is amazing to picture having such a beautiful place that is completely dedicated to training up pastors in Haiti, as we are!
Thank you for your continued thoughts and prayers...there is still much to get used to!
"For such is God,
our God forever and ever;
He will guide us until death."
Psalm 48:14
Found your blog through a mutual friend, Valeene Hayes:) Have many special memories in your "old" house, where is the new seminary going to be? Is it near the radio station? Near Mary Lou's house? Yes, always sift and freeze your flour because of worms. Thankfully, you can't taste them in the finished products. extra protein. Looking forward to hearing about your ministry on your blog. hugs amy
ReplyDeleteDo you want a bread book? I have a couple from Mennonite Home Ec... ah the memories....;-P Glad to hear you guys are making your way.
ReplyDeleteeverything looks great. there is even a dog for matthew :) hope language and class preparation is going well...love you!
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ReplyDeleteGlad that you made it!!
We have been praying.....us in Africa...you in Haiti.....just think of the things that have taken place this past year!
Love you guys!!
xoxo
Haiti is now a better place today, then it was just last Sunday beore y'all got there! Hey, does the dog speak English? NOT!
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