I spent the day on BSF (bio-sand filters); Khiya, Betty & I painted them in the morning, and inthe afternoon Raine & I took part in building 4 filters. Putting the mold together, making the concrete and pouring the concrete into the mold. Simple process, but it produces results! Don did houskeeping, and helped prepare a poster to be used during hand-washing education. Raine spent the morning at the hospital.
Just to be safe, we were confined to base tonight... the election results were to be released at 6:00 pm.
My Creole phrase for the day? Konbyen sa koute? - How much does this cost? Also, Twop (too much!)
Creole is very phonetic. Many of the words sound like the french words, but are spelled phonetically.
It's surprising how comfortable I am becoming here. Every day is a little easier. The young people are just wonderful, accepting, encouraging people. They have a passion for what they are doing ; many have been here for months, some came soon after the earthquake on January 12. I have a huge respect for all of them. They have forged deep bonds with one another which will no doubt last a lifetime.
Well, tomorrow's another day...Betty & I are on the Habitat for Humanity team tomorrow. The NGO's really work well together. We are helping Habitat put up a fence - the goal is to have it up in one day... I think we will be digging post holes... Raine & Khiya are going to the orphanage, and Don is again helping out around base.
Til tomorrow..... God bless!
You all are in my prayers. Wish I could be there helping. Can't wait for the stories. Sarah
ReplyDeleteTracey,
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your experiences with those of us at home. I am really enjoying learning through your journey. Tell Don I said Hi, and both of you take care.
Vickie Anderson