As if I think my life is busy in Haiti, tonight Bud and I discussed the fact that we're heading to Oregon in just two days and what's ahead when we get there, whew, we're tired already BUT so looking forward to having time with our kids, grandkids, family and friends. Besides the celebration of Jesus' birth, a highlight to our time at home will be welcoming our new grandson, Elijah James, who is scheduled to arrive January 5. We are extremely thankful and very blessed.
Since arriving in Haiti we've had a special friend, Patrick, who works in the office with me every day and who takes care of our Internet and computer needs, as well as doing data input for the treasurer. Patrick is a one-in-a-million kinda guy and since he's almost the same age as our oldest son, he's become our son here, too. As God would have it, Patrick and his lovely wife, Manette, are expecting just a week or so later than Elijah's schedule arrival, however, last week on a rainy, wet, and muddy day, Manette was getting off of a motorcycle taxi, slipped and fell. They took her to the doctor right away, but she's still having a lot of pain and just today they took her back to the doctor, who is having her stay in the hospital tonight. I know, I know - a motorcycle taxi you ask? Well, yes, that's Haiti and that's the way a vast majority of people travel to and from on the difficult roads here - even those who are nearly 8 months pregnant!
Bud called Patrick this afternoon to check on Manette and he said, "It's not good, please, please pray, pray, pray!" So, to all those who we love and trust with our needs, who ask us regularly how they can pray for us, we're asking if you would please pray, pray, pray for Patrick and Manette and their little one tonight.
God bless you!
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Scary. Lots of prayers for Manette and we can't wait to see you Sunday.
Thank you for your prayers. She did come home from the hospital today, but she's still having pain. We are excited to see all of you, too! Also can't wait to see the church transformed; it's been a bit since we've seen all of that Christmas stuff you know :)
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