Haiti Reflections, Part 2: The Stories We Tell
What words come to mind when you think of Haiti? What stories have you heard about this country and the Haitian people?
Meet Yvette
We are so blessed to have this incredible lady working for us! Yvette is our cook here at the FHM guesthouse. My expanding waistline is proof of her delicious feasts!
Kanaval time in Haiti
“Invaded by a euphoriant fever in the streets, maskers lost themselves into lascivious dances to the beats of drums, guitars and the songs of both mini and walking bands.” (Hudler Joseph, Le Matin)
Haiti Reflections, Part 1: The Pictures We Take
In brainstorming topics for this blog, I came up with an idea for a series of posts I’ll title “Haiti Reflections”. I’ve got a potential list of four or five entries already—I’ll number them—but they won’t necessarily be right after another.
God willin’ and the creek don’t rise
Growing up in East Tennessee, this is a phrase I’ve heard often. “Tomorrow we will do such and such, God willin’ and the creek don’t rise.” Meaning, we will do it—so long as no unforeseeable circumstances arise and change our plans.
CREATING A CENTER OF EXCELLENCE by David Walmer “Is there a new way to express how we are pursuing FHM’s vision in a way that gives us a clear focus that is easy to understand?” FHM’s vision in Haiti is ‘healthy families and healthy communities’, specifically in the areas inRead More
By: Sarah Beaverson When I first arrived in Haiti, I was overwhelmed by the foreign language I heard around me. I struggled to understand individuals and the Haitian Creole words being yelled across the streets. After mastering the basic “Bonjou” and “Bonswa” (good morning and good afternoon – twoRead More
Meet Soinie. To say Soinie is an inspiration is an understatement! This determined lady is breaking the mold in order to build a better life for her family and the community of Fondwa. Soinie (pronounced swah-nee) has joined our construction crew to build FHM’s Carmelle Voltaire Women’s Health Center.
If you’ve ever been to Haiti you’ve certainly noticed the colorful booths on the side of the road. These stalls are called borlettes and
