- The two brothers in the previous post (12 and 3 years old) ... both are home with their family in Cite Soleil. Mom promises to bring the little guy in for dressing changes daily.
- A little 3 year old girl named Patricia got fast tracked to surgery today at the Miami Field Hospital, she has a serious abscess about to keep her from breathing that needed surgery - they responded to her need with urgency.
- Jean was beaming when I checked in on him. He is getting some physical therapy and we'll check back on him Monday. His Granny is still with him.
- Today a brand new three hour old injury came in. A little one year old boy named Benjerry. (Like the ice cream) had cement blocks fall on him today. Both of his feet were horrifically damaged, we were all pretty shocked at how bad his injuries were. Zach helped Paige and Jen get him transported to Double Harvest to see some surgeons there.
- Most of today's patients were repeat dressing changes/wound care. There was a handful of new cases. One of the worst ones was a 13 year old boy that had gone to the D.R. after the earthquake but has not been seen since. His mom cried and cried while they worked on his foot. He will be lucky to keep it. We're praying that for him.
- There is a little guy that needs skin grafts in order to ever get better. His hand is badly damaged. We're waiting to figure out who is doing skin grafts and try and get him there.
- In many ways the cooperation between organizations has improved. The little guys are helping each other and even finding favor with the big guys once in a while. We've all traded ideas, numbers, supplies, personnel, and have generally networked together for the greater good. When it works - it REALLY works and it is fun to be a small part of something so unique.
- There is a 15 year old girl named Naomie in the Heartline "Hospital" that had a piece of rebar go straight through her leg, side to side. She remains positive on her fifth night with the nurses and we're hoping for miraculous healing.
- On the way from the hospital side of the operation to the clinic (a short drive) Troy got to eavesdrop on the patients in the truck. The truck passed the two nurses that are so graciously working the night shift as they were walking (Laura and Theresa both from Children's Hospital in Minnesota) and they were raving about how wonderful the care was and just generally going on and on about how good these two particular ladies from America are. Troy later told the two nurses and got all teary passing along the appreciation. Everybody enjoys seeing Troy cry, especially over mushy things like this.
- Troy and Greg are out on the patio laughing and playing guitar and singing. Listening to them is cheering us all up. They are going to lead worship at church tomorrow night. I hope they don't do Rocky Mountain High (John Denver fans?) again tomorrow night. That's just weird. I also hope they don't cackle like they are right now.
- There is so much more ... but a longer night of sleep is calling me. Goodnight.
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Better to love God and die unknown than to love the world and be a hero; better to be content with poverty than to die a slave to wealth; better to have taken some risks and lost than to have done nothing and succeeded at it. -erwin lutzer
Saturday, January 30, 2010
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I am hurrying to be the first to comment. Haha. I'm glad Troy and his friend Greg are having fun out there. It is good to laugh. Good for you to hear too! Praying for just everything I can think of. Love you all. Hi Paige! Glad you are with your mom and dad.
I'd been hitting refresh for a little while now hoping to see a new entry. That's how important this blog is to people you don't even know. Not to put extra pressure on you--I'll understand if you skip blogging sometimes for sleep. It's just that the news is so slow with Haiti now, but some of us are still so interested and yours is the only place I've found to get specifics to pray for. Thank you.
My friend and I were praying for you this evening and love seeing just a peek into the answered prayers as you have written on this page! Even especially that the guys are laughing and playing guitar! Really wanting for you all to be refreshed and strengthened! Peace and joy to you! love, Amanda in KC
Tara,
In the past couple of weeks I have read and re-read your blog. I have laughed and cried. I feel frustrated and relieved. But most of all I am thankful. Thankful for the wonderful person you are and the fact that you are making such a difference in our world. The Haittian people are blessed to have you amongst them. I am a middle aged mom of three daughters one of whom is mentally challenged. When I feel sorry for myself or our family all I have to do is read your blog and I thank God for all of my blessings. You have been a true inspiration to me and I wanted to thank you,
God Bless,
JB
Thanks for updating on the "n" brothers. i worried about them all day...
Tara and Troy, just wanted to let you know that your messages about UNICEF and the orphans are getting out . . . people are blogging and posting on FB about it . . . conversations are starting, along with writing letters to key people etc. Be encouraged . . . you are NOT forgotten. The children of Haiti and the people of Haiti are NOT forgotten.
Bless you--each and every one . . and enjoy your times of laughter and singing. You need it.
Tara and Troy, thanks again for your updates and know we are praying for each detail. my heart and hopes are for God to minister to all of you and every life you touch, His power is mighty. Praying especially for Benjerry, my little boy's name is Jerry, so I will be reminded often.
i saw the picture of the little boy's feet over on the heartline blog. oh my God...so terrible.
when you list these little bullets and cover so much material and so much emotion, i can only try to imagine what it must be like to be so busy and overwhelmed and going back and forth from all of the ups and downs. i'm very glad you're planning a good night's sleep. i'm very glad you will have the songs of friends and family ringing in your ears as you drift off to sleep.
Tara, I am one of hundreds who has found your blog and feel like we've been friends for years. I pray for you and your crew and the patients by name, and have passed on your posts to many other prayer warriors. Thank you especially for letting us know about the 2brothers and also Jean!
'There have already been 435 patients evacuated to the U.S., 18,500 patients treated by HHS personnel on the ground in Haiti, and 19,000 patients treated by the Comfort either on ship or on shore, with 635 patients currently on aboard the Comfort.'
I just saw these numbers. I knew y'all were dealing with a lot. But that put some perspective on the situation for me.
Thank you so much for ALL you are doing in Haiti and for helping those of us reading to understand what is going on. Just wanted to post a note of thanks and encouragement. Your entire team is amazing.
praise the Lord! Thanks for the updates!
So glad for the praise reports and that laughter is present!
Hi,My cousin has a list of functioning hospitals in his blog.It's web.me.com/aparet/site/
Hope this helps.
praying for benjerry, praying for all of you
Dear Livesay-Family,
I've been reading your blog since the earthquake now and I'll pray for you and the people of Haiti (even though I'm not a big prayer. But everytime the church bells are going off here in Heidelberg, Germany, I'm in to it, I promise. ^-^).
I'm a little bit sad I can't be of any assistance really. Greetings, Corinna
A group from a church in Idaho was arrested after trying to transport 33 Haitian children into the DR for shelter and medical aid. The group is being charged with child trafficking.
According to a report on CNN, the group was trying to help the children, but they did not acquire the proper visas. Officials in the DR had agreed to allow the children to cross the border, but Haitian authorities objected and arrested the group.
I understand that Haitian laws are in place to protect children, but times are extraordinary and children are suffering with hunger, injury and illness. From an outsider looking in, it appears to me that the arrests (and publicity surrounding the arrests) are nothing more than grandstanding by Haitian officials and UNICEF. In the meantime, children continue to suffer while those trying to help them are detained.
I would appreciate the opinions of those closer and more familiar with the situation.
Kenbe fem,
Lou
Someone has got to know someone who can talk to CNN in PAP. UNICEF is in the media full force and there is hardly a voice out there as a counter point.
How about Vera . . . where are you? Vera will be perfect!
still praying for benjerry and the others listed..wow.
on a another note, so glad to hear about the porch worship...and if you have to sing rocky mountian high..well...bless you. :)
According to the MAF (Mission Aviation Fellowship) website, at the airport they still are receiving undesignated medical and other supplies. The hangar is right "behind" the Univ. of Miama field hospital. Any organization is welcome to those supplies. Just show up and ask.
Glad to hear there's laughter and music in the house! Wish I could grab my guitar and hang out with you guys...
I've been following your blog and you are making a HUGE difference. I would say you are playing a big part in this unique experience. Blessings to all of you.
I am going to be helping at mercy works as primary care doctor for three weeks in a weeks time. Have no idea what I am going to be faced with. I'm sure a lot of new stuff...but you guys really got the brunt of it! There from day 1. Amazing work.
I'm glad to here orgs are cooperating well. And maybe sometime I'll get the chance to pop into Heartline.
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