Arrival: Mission Lazarus Project

We arrived at Greer's at 3:30 a.m. full of enthusiasm for the mission (well, maybe we were only half full)!  All the logistics for departure and flights were all on time.  There were no lost servants or luggage.  Upon arrival, we were greeted with 90 degree temperatures and surprisingly, the Haiti grime did not hit us as hard as in past years.  Processing through immigration also was a pleasant surprise in that we were not tortured by the process.  Those of us that have been to Haiti in the past enjoyed the ride back to Hope House, riding in the open air truck.  Once at Hope House, room assignments were passed out and those of us with enough energy unpacked 16 suitcases of supplies which were warmly received by the hosts of Hope House.  The afternoon was then spent reviewing the work projects for the week and nap-taking.  Dinner was excellent - a pasta dish with garlic, capers, and black olives.  One change from years past is now we do the dishes after dinner.  Tom DeMik was the washer as he regaled us with stories of working at a sorority during his college years.  And yes, he had some colorful and interesting recollections.  Then Liz walked in...  Presently, we are getting ready for our devotionals and most likely, a follow-up beer and everyone to bed.  We are looking forward to tomorrow, where we will be cleaning and painting the new health facility.  We anticipate accomplishing a lot of work because it's Carnivale (Mardi Gras) in Haiti from Monday through Wednesday and the kids are out of school.  Much more to come tomorrow!