Monday, March 28, 2011

We're here

We arrived in the Dominican Republic after an 8 hour red-eye flight (and maybe 1.5 hrs of sleep). It felt like a bit of a dream to come through customs, meet up with the rest of the team and our driver and drive to Barahona. What a beautiful place this is, not just the terrain but the COTN-DR staff have been so welcoming and it has been absolutely so exciting to see Children of the Nations in action. 
Team members: Caitlin, Angela, Holly, Vicky, Derek, Me and Travis with principal of Pueblo Nuevo and Gustav (not sure what he does, but he seemed nice :) ).
We had a great day visiting 4 of the schools including a kindergarten/preschool and skills center. It was so exciting to be greeted by so many children.

We also found out today that we are not able to go to Haiti due to safety concerns. The presidential elections just ended and the results will be announced in the next couple days. Right now there are two candidates that have prematurely said that they won. So when they announce the winner, they are anticipating riots. Please join us in praying for those in Haiti. So we are bummed not to go in but glad that the right decision was made. We are also excited to have more time in the Dominican Republic to get to know the staff and COTN programs better.

I am currently so exhausted and ready for bed.... so until next time :) I cant wait to tell you more when I'm more awake.

"When joy is the destination, the journey is full of delight"
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4 comments:

  1. KathyMarch 29, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    I am glad you made it there safely. I am sure the time you spend in the D.R. will be wonderful. I am sure God has each of you there for a reason. Try to get plenty of rest.

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  2. KelBelMarch 29, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    Amber, so glad you made it safely! I'm glad you guys will have a DR focus and make some great connections while there! God bless your work and rest up. i can't walt to hear more! xoxo

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  3. Jenni BarrMarch 30, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    I've been checking for updates...so neat to see a photo! Praying for you lots!

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  4. Jean KaiserMarch 31, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    So glad you made it safely...but what next??? I keep checking! I guess that is the problem with a blog. If you didn't have one we would all wait patiently until you got home to tell us the stories! Well, we are praying daily for strength and safety and the opportunity to encourage and bless the DR Staff. Love you, Mom

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