New wall

Two photos of the Guest House wall under construction.  We've been talking about this for a while and decided now was the time to make it happen.  The crew for this job is the same as the alternative charcoal team which is on hold until our friend, Andre, comes back.  Foundation is almost done and the prep work for the poles is finished.  The guys will be fabricating earth bricks for the wall to match the Guest House.

Nurse practitioners

Hillary (left) and Chris, both nurse practitioners from Indiana, left us this morning after spending a full week helping us in the clinic.  They saw patients, stitched up a few, inventoried our pharmacy and visited with the children.  It was as if they had always been with us.  Thank you, Chris and Hillary.  When are you coming back?

Chad and Bro. Robert

Chad Scott (left), Vice-President of Free the Kids, standing with Brother Robert-Anthony, our Guest House Manager.  Do you see a resemblance?  

Reunion

Bernite came to visit her brother this morning.  She's in an orphanage in Jacmel and hasn't seen her brother for six years.  They lost track of each other but a relative put them in touch through the wonder of cellphones. This is the second time they have seen each other in 13 years.  It was a touching reunion.  Robenson hopes to visit her this coming summer.

Gratitude

I've received a mess of good wishes from many fine people... mostly via facebook.  Thank you for your thoughtfulness.  Your support and prayers are greatly appreciated.  God bless you all.

FM

Singers

 Mankus

 Julio

TiJean

Here are three of the dozen or so singers who entertained us this afternoon.

Elizabeth

Elizabeth waiting off stage for her cue.  Isn't she a beauty?