Jubilee is one of the poorest neighborhoods in Gonaives, it is where we hold a feeding program that we go to about everyday. Driving down the streets of Jubilee in the back of the truck, you just see all the poverty and the kids running and screaming “White” in a different language. And they run after us trying to grab on to the back of the truck. Then when you get down to the shelter you have to push the kids away just to get through the door. Then when the door opens all the kids want to rush in, but I wouldn’t blame them because they’re starving! One time when we went to Jubilee and we were just about to leave so we were waiting in the back of the truck and one of the girls there (about 9 or 10 yrs old) was saying blanc (white) to me then Kendra told her “That is not her name; her name is Kara.” And she stopped; it was surprising because usually they don’t listen to you. Anyways it’s a whole different experience to go to Haiti than just to see pictures of it! So far Haiti has been a pretty good, a few bumps along the way (especially the roads); but it’s going good!
Kara
Kids in Jubilee
Great blog, Kara. It's very interesting to see Jubilee through your eyes. We are so proud of the work you are doing down there along with your family. It will be great to hear all about your adventures after you return home. Lots of L and H's your way, Maralyn & Gary
ReplyDeleteNice Blog Post Kara. We are praying for you guys every evening.
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Kara,
ReplyDeleteI love how you shared this story. I love how you are hanging in there when things get hard. Thank you so much for all you are doing for these children and others. You have such a beautiful smile I know that blesses many.
I'm excited to see you and hear more, thanks for blogging. I love you, Grandma