The Assemblies of God group Chi Alpha, from U.C.L.A. have been here in Haiti for the past two weeks.  Led by Rev. Winston Bui, this makes the 13th. time they have visited us here at the Royal Palm Children's home over the years.  The young people in our home and Fond Doux are thrilled beyond words when they come.  They are a tremendous blessing to all of us here and we look forward to their next trip.

Funny

My sweet little precious girl is also funny.  Here Exampt was trying to take her picture and she just wanted to show off.  Only God knows how much I love  this baby who has no father or mother to care for her.  I thank  God every day for her.

Our Surprise

Mommy brought us a real surprise.  Stephanie, Jessica and the baby came.  We  had no idea she was coming and everyone is overjoyed as Stephanie is one of the sweetest people you have ever met.  She makes her home in Atlanta, Georgia.

Anaika and Denia

Anaika and Denia just got back from Church where they had such a good time.  Mommy got back and brought us a surprise.  I will tell you about it later today.

Anaika Rene Jones

Anaika Then

Anaika Now 

There once was a little baby girl only 8 months old who was living with a crippled cousin and her mother.  She lived in a shack with no medical help and practically no food.  One day her mother said she was going into town and would be back before dark.  She never came back and no one knows what happened to her as she has disappeared off the face of the earth.  I heard of the situation as the crippled cousin could not take care of her and found someone to look after her.  She was taken to the doctor where he said she was suffering from malaria, typhoid, worms and severe malnutrition.  She only weighed a little over 9 pounds.  We begin treating her and giving her proper food and on the 3rd of January she celebrated her first birthday.  A cake was made for the occasion and topped with one candle.  All the little kids gathered around and sang “Happy Birthday” to her.  Now she has a nice room and a real baby bed that she can sleep in.  She has a young woman who takes care of her.  She never misses a church service and is to be dedicated to the Lord on Sunday January the 15th by Rev. Ted Lung of Camp Point, Illinois  (She had no birth certificate or any papers)  They asked me to give her a name so I named her Anaika Rene Jones.   (The Rene was after my daughter Brigitte Rene)

Missionary Bob C. Jones

(916) 226-4091

Website

Check out my revamped and updated website.  There you will find more information and pictures of the work here.  Just click on the address below.

http://www.haitibobjones.com/

Mommy's Coming Home

Everyone here  is so excited because Mommy is planning on coming home on Saturday the 16th.  She has been  in Atlanta, Georgia staying with her daughter Stephanie and at the same time getting some medical attention.  I do not know of anyone who does not love Mommy as she is so precious and kind.

Exampt is a good Christian boy who loves the Lord with all of his heart.  He helps me with anything I need and recently Rev. Ted Lung of Camp Point, Illinois purchased him the motorcycle shown at right, to run errands for the home.  He purchases propane, bread, fruits, vegetables, and anything else we need.  This saves the truck and also saves on gasoline which sells or over $40.00 HD a gallon.  We give God thanks for this wonderful gift.

Terribly Hot

It  is extremely hot here in Haiti.  This thermometer is located on the wall of my room.  As you can see it is registering 96 degrees at 4:29 p.m..  There is no A/C in my room and to think that this is only June and the three hottest months are ahead of us.  The heat is rough on an old 75 year old man. Ha

Mary Ange

                                                                     
                                                              Mary Ange

It is with a heavy heart that I let everyone know that our precious girl  passed away.  It was around Thanksgiving and we are still torn up.  She had the most beautiful voice and I loved to hear her sing.  Though she was hospitalized and several tests run, the real reason for her death was never discovered.  In all of the years pf caring for children here in Haiti Mary Ange is the only one we have ever  lost.  Perhaps the Lord  needed a beautiful voice for His choir in Heaven.

Haitian money

Haitian Money Called Gourdes

Why are they called gourdes?  During the time of Henry Christophe, the only king of Haiti, they used the Calabash gourds as a form of monetary exchange.  The actual translation of gourdes from French to English is flask or water bottle.  They used them to carry water, make bowls, and for many other purposes.  

 5       gourdes =      1    Haitian Dollar   = 12.5   cents ……..…....  U.S.

 10     gourdes =      2    Haitian Dollars =  25      cents ……….....  U.S.

 25     gourdes =      5    Haitian Dollars = 62.5    cents  ……...….. U.S.

 50     gourdes =    10    Haitian Dollars = 1 dollar and   25 cents. .U.S.

 100   gourdes =    20    Haitian Dollars = 2 dollars and 50 cents ..U.S.

 250   gourdes =    50    Haitian Dollars = 6 dollars and 25 cents ..U.S.

 500   gourdes =  100    Haitian Dollars = 12 dollars and 50 cents U.S.

 1000 gourdes =  200    Haitian Dollars = 25 dollars ……………...U.S.

Circumstances

Due to numerous circumstances beyond my control I have not been able to keep the blog current.  I do however want to report on the work here and let you know what is happening.  Over the next few days I will try to get the blog current.  I appreciate your patience in the matter. Missionary Bob C. Jones

IT WILL HAPPEN, COUNT ON IT

 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17
For the Lord himself will come down from heaven with a commanding shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trumpet call of God. First, the Christians who have died will rise from their graves.Then, together with them, we who are still alive and remain on the earth will be caught up in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. Then we will be with the Lord forever.

Forgiveness

Colossians 3:13

New Living Translation (NLT)

Make allowance for each other's faults, and forgive anyone who offends you.  Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. 

9 Years Old

Yesterday was Renerlande's Birthday. There was hot dogs, sodas, popcorn, and a cake. The big attraction was when each child received a big red apple. This is something they have never had before as they are imported from the states and cost too much. They were really thrilled to get one.

Hurricane

Hurricane Emily passed us by. Many people were praying and once again God answered prayer. We are all safe and sound.

School

Here are the three little children of Kikit. With your help I am going to send them to school. There are no public schools here so someone must pay for tuition, uniforms, books, and other supplies. I am trusting God to speak to someone's heart and that they will sponsor these three precious little children by providing the funds necessary so they can attend school. If you are interested please leave a comment and the information I would need to contact you.

Cholera

Kikit became sick on Friday and died Sunday morning with cholera. Now the little children will have to suffer even more. I am going to try and help them as much as I can.

Adelle

It is with great sorrow that I must announce to you the passing of a great worker and friend of the Royal Palm Children's Home here in Haiti. Adelle has been with us for many years working in the kitchen with Madame Jordanny. To the many visitors that have visited us over the years I am sure you will remember her. She passed away yesterday after a lengthy illness. She will be greatly missed by all.

The Story of Kikit

Kikit did not know when he left his three little children and boarded a truck on that fateful morning that their lives would never again be the same. At 4:53 p.m. on Tuesday January 12, 2010 a 7.0 earthquake stuck Haiti. 316,000 perished and as many as 4,000 had arms and legs amputated as a result of their bones being crushed so badly they could no longer be saved. The truck Kikit was riding in overturned and was badly damaged trapping his left leg. He almost succeeded in escaping the truck but his leg was smashed leaving him standing on his right leg. Because there was so many horrific situations that people were attending to, he stood on his good leg for 3 days before he was freed. Now he lives in this little hut, no electricity, no running water, and no bathroom. His little children suffer because there is no food or money to buy food with. Because you care I was able to give Mirlande the money this morning and she went to the Marchee and bought food. Tonight his three little kids (pictured below) will have a good meal.