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Today was our first day of work. It began with a wonderful welcoming ceremony by the school children. This is my third trip to Haiti, and my second to Jeanton. Barry Parker and myself were a part of a larger team to Jeanton about a year and a half ago. During the opening ceremony, Tony asked the children if they remembered us. They did, and as we scanned the crowd of faces, we recognized them too. I was so encouraged yesterday to see all that has changed at this school. Star of Hope is doing amazing things to make the lives of these children brighter, and I am proud that I get to be a small piece of that light.
We spent today installing hurricane ties on the roof structure to help it sustain strong winds. We've gotten a lot accomplished on the first day. Tony says we work too fast, and he may have to find something else for us to do. It probably will not include hanging around at the beach! :)
I've been encouraged by the other improvements I've seen on this trip. The highway out to Jeanton is nice and smooth. The airport is all in one air conditioned building! The change is slow, but it is changing.
That is all to report for now!
Bob Baker
