Visit Home and My Future Plans

It's been a while since I wrote a blog so I thought I would just clue you in on life and what's been happening.  Life in Haiti is still Bon.  (That's GOOD in Kreyol). I am constantly amazed at how much God is teaching me here and the different ways he uses things to get my attention.  This time has been more than I could have ever imagined.  

A week and half ago I made my first trip back to the States since I left in January.  The day I landed marked 100 days since I had been gone.  It was a great trip but such a whirlwind.  It's funny how when you hit the ground in America you snap back into go mode. I loved getting to hug my family and friends and of course eat Chick-Fil-A.  The main reason for my trip home was to celebrate the wedding of one of my sweetest, dear friends Blair.  Blair and I have been in each other's life for over 16 years and I think of her as a sister. I loved being apart of the #dicksonduo and celebrating this new chapter in their lives.  Then just like that after 5 quick days oh and one flood day I was back to Haiti.

We have 6 weeks of school left and then we are on Summer Break!  It's fun to see how much these kiddos have grown since January.  They continually amaze me at their work ethic, creativity and love for each other.  I feel like I am constantly learning from them and for that I am blessed.  Being apart of their education and journey has taught me so much.  

In other news, I am sure many of you are wondering what I will do when I come home for the Summer and next year so with that said I will be coming back to HAITI!  I have decided to continue teaching in Haiti for September 2016- June 2017.  I am excited about the year ahead and look forward to new fun things.  I will be home this Summer for two full months so I will have plenty of time for family, friends and fun.  With that being said I wanted to leave you with a few prayer request or things to be sending me good vibes on: 

1). While home this Summer I will be able to make money to support my bills and expenses over those two months.

2). The support I need for the Fall and Spring in Haiti will start to fall into place and work out. 

3).  I will use my time wisely and prepare for the semester ahead with lesson plans and projects.  

Thanks for walking on this journey with me!

Called Me Higher

You have called me Higher

You have called me Deeper

And I'll go where You will lead me Lord

- Called Me Higher by All Sons and Daughters

One of my friends sent me this song by All Sons and Daughters about two weeks ago.  I am a huge fan of worship music but especially love songs that relate to the journey I am currently on.  I love how some songs relate to valleys, peaks and even prayer requests. The words to this song are exactly how I feel daily here in Haiti.  As I ride my moto around town, as I walk through the market and even as I walk the compound to work I am reminded that I have been called here.  Sometimes I laugh and think WHAT or HOW is He using me here but then I am reminded quickly.  Anyways... Back to the song, the truth is that we all find ourselves trying to control what we have.  Many times in all circumstances I know I choose to not have hope or choose to hold on to who I am because I am scared of what may happen.  But we must remember that He is the sustainer of life.  God's calling for our life is never more than we can handle.  After being in Haiti now for 3 months I know He will never call me higher, deeper or farther than I can go.  There is a purpose to everything we come across; good, bad and fun but we must choose to see Him in the light of it all.  Here is a link to the song for you to hear it.

Not everyday here has been roses... Some days I feel dirty, some days I want air conditioning and some days I want to just jump in my own car and drive to Chick-Fil-a.  But as I mentioned before the butterfly is a sweet reminder that it's okay to feel that way.  I have to remember God has me where he wants me and is working through me.  On Friday, I had one of those moments, I let the fear and stress take over my emotions.  I was trying to control the future and how it would all play out.  While I was walking around outside that afternoon I prayed that God would show me a sign, just a sign to ensure me He hadn't forgotten about me.  The afternoon went home and  took a nap.  When I got up to leave for a friends house I walked outside and this was on my porch.

The biggest butterfly I had seen while in Haiti and the most beautiful color yellow.  I laughed to myself and knew He was listening.  It was a sweet reminder I needed and I will cherish those cry out to Jesus moments.