The kids had a great time on "Christmas Eve" this year. We made them sloppy joes, baked beans, and Cole Slaw. Each one received a sack full of cookies, candies, and popcorn. Gifts had not arrived from the States but will be here in January., Until then the tree stays up and another party is planned for that time as well. Thanks to everyone of you who has helped make this possible. Oh, by the way, we purchased a case of Corn Flakes and I will be putting pictures of this in the blog as well. Merry Christmas. 
A woman was out Christmas shopping with her two children. After many hours of looking at row after row of toys and everything else imaginable; and after hours of hearing both her children asking for everything they saw on those many shelves, she finally made it to the elevator with her two kids.
The voice of an "Angel" singing. That is Mary Ange. She came to us when she was 6 years old and has been a tremendous person all her life. She is the Praise and Worship leader in our church and I am here to tell you they don't come any better. All our love to you Mary Ange. "Happy Birthday. " 
Wilson was orphaned when his mother and father were both killed in seperate accidents. He came to us and are we ever glad. He is so precious and extremely smart. We all love him so much and he is a loving child. "Happy Birthday Wilson." 
Today at "Club Saturday" we had 105 Children. Everyone who attended had a wonderful time as we as bread, butter, and juice. This is such a good program.
Thirty Six Years Ago this morning at 8:00 a.m. I sailed into the harbor at Port-au-Prince, Haiti on this ship, the Norwegian Caribbean Lines "M S Starward." With me were my Mother and Father, who have both passed on, a 1971 green Toyota Land Cruiser loaded with all my possessions. My possessions included my Fender guitar and Amplifier, and my clothes. I was fulfilling a calling that God had placed upon my heart. I didn't know if I would be here for longer than a year so I leased a house just for 12 months. I didn't know what I was going to do, I just knew that God had called me here. Standing on the dock was a Sister Hodges from Connecticut who was working with a missionary here by the name of Nick Gruick. On the way to the house she told me that I would need a girl to work in my house, cooking, cleaning, and doing the shopping. I told her I could take care of that myself and she said, "Oh no you can't." She went on to say, "The girl I am sending you will be there at 7:00 a.m. tomorrow morning. Her name is Lena Toutou." Lena became not just a cook and a housemaid, she became a friend. That was 37 years ago and she is still a dear and precious friend. I was not to meet Violine for another year. God has been good. Violine is still with me and not long ago Lena and her husband, Archange, came from Miami and stayed a few days with us. I was only 35 years old and now I am 72. I often have people who ask me to come back to the States, that I have done my part, but the only way I will ever go back is for the one that sent me he sends me back. To me I haven't done anything but I still want to do what I can. 
Jn. Mark is the (Gofer) around here. He goes everywhere for everyone and never complains. He carries messages, goes to buy candy for other kids, and is always busy. He loves to play with the other kids. He is Marvick's right hand man. "Happy Birthday Jn. Mark." We love you. 
Club Saturday was held today with 70 Children participating. They really enjoyed themselves.
Celna, or the name I call her Ti Net, is a precious and hard working little girl. She lives close by with her brothers and mother. She helps us around the place here and is a part of our extended family of which we have many here now in Fond Doux. Faithful to her work and faithful to church as always wears a smile. You never hear much from her as she is quiet but you can tell she has been there because things are cleaner and neater. Happy Birthday Ti Net
Mark Allen, while he is the son of Andre and Violine, seems like a son to me. He was with me when he was little and now he has a son of his own. When he comes down from Port-au-Prince to see us he always comes and puts his arms around me and give me a kiss on the cheek. He is a precious young man. "Happy Birthday" son. 
You will never find a more loving and caring child than Marienese. She is so precious and is always wanting to please. She likes to help entertain the little ones and treats them so nice. "Happy Birthday Marienese." We all love you. 
Poppa Bob's little boy Marvick turns nine years old today. Only God in heaven knows how much I love this little guy. He has been with me since the day he was born. He is a very tender and kind hearted little guy. Everyone here knows when Marvick is around. "Happy Birthday Marvick." 
