July 25th - Nathan and Lauren
Culture Shock
We are now back in Wisconsin. Back to our comfortable, air conditioned homes and yummy fried American food. There is a lot of culture shock and reflecting, as we experience the US from a different perspective. We miss Haiti so much. We miss the smiling faces of the Haitians who greeted us every day, and the joy of the children who gave the best hugs. We miss the drives down the streets of Haiti, seeing such a beautiful, different culture than the one we are used to. It is crazy to be back to this country where everyone takes the little things for granted, and everything in our day-to-day lives is so simple and easy. We do not have to worry about the safeness of the water we drink, or when our next meal will be available to us. The Haitian lifestyle is so relaxed and laid back, and now we are back to a culture where time is money, and we always feel the need to be busy and rushed.
Haiti Highlights
We feel so grateful to have witnessed God’s incredible power and work being done in Haiti. The Haitians have so much undeniable passion for The Lord. What we have discovered by seeing them interact with Jesus is that no matter where we live, our God is the same. It truly has been life-changing to experience this beautiful country. We desperately want to go back!!! Haiti is a place that everyone should witness themselves. It is very humbling to see people living without the basic things that we consider necessities and daily routines. Our long showers, air-conditioned homes, and cozy beds are so luxurious compared to their lives, yet as Americans we still complain and always want more.
Reflecting
Something we have thought about and talked about frequently is the thought of a Haitian visiting the United States. It definitely was shocking and overwhelming for us to visit Haiti, but it would be 10 times more overwhelming for them to come here. Even walking through an American airport would be astounding for them. We live lives they probably can’t even fathom. This trip was remarkable and life-changing, and we are so grateful for this opportunity. Thank you to all who have supported us and provided for us in this mission! There are still some who are not fully supported and would be overjoyed if you would financially support them in any way you can. Please continue to pray for Mission of Hope in Haiti and the hearts that are being transformed every day. They are doing such outstanding things and truly are changing Haiti. God has worked through each of us individually to grow closer to him and be a part of a beautiful mission in Haiti. Mission of Hope could use your support and prayers always! You can read more about them at www.mohhaiti.org and choose to support a child and make it possible for them to attend school in Haiti.
With Love,
The Door Creek Haiti Team 2016
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