"Let every individual and institution now think and act as a responsible trustee of Earth, seeking choices in ecology, economics and ethics that will provide a sustainable future, eliminate pollution, poverty and violence, awaken the wonder of life and foster peaceful progress in the human adventure."
- John McConnell, founder of International Earth Day

RIGHT NOW, and then again tomorrow and then again the next day and on it goes day after day,
1/2 OF THE WORLD lives on LESS THAN 2 DOLLARS each day.

Psalm 27:4
One thing I ask of the LORD, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the LORD and to seek him in his temple.
Do all you can and don't worry about the odds against you. Wield the miracle of life's energy, never worrying whether we fail, concerned only that whether we fail or succeed we do so with all our might. That's all we need to know to feel certain that all our force of diligent effort is worth our while on Earth.
Carl Safina, Voyage of the Turtle

Thursday, November 27, 2008

Happy Thanksgiving!!!


Tuks bed under the windows

Very busy morning thus far. My laundry is going, We put together both twin beds, cut the boards for mid-bed support (I won't be buying the box springs until this summer), made up the beds and Tuks picked the bed that is hers and the one that will be Ve's. She is most excited to have a roommate and sister. I have also cooked up the pumpkin for Tuks' birthday chocolate chip pumpkin muffins I am making for Angie's school on Monday.


Ve's bed to the left and Tuks on the right

I did receive an email from Marie yesterday stating to start arranging the time with GR, the person whom will escort Ve home. The visa just has to picked up.
So according to the travel plans of GR, whom I will call tomorrow to firm up the details, GR will leave Haiti for her nearby state on the 12th of December, so that is when I am planning that Ve will be home. Hard to believe, and EXTREMELY grateful. Ve's process has actually gone remarkably smooth and fast compared to other children's process in Haiti. I know, long compared to other countries, but short and smooth compared to other children in Haiti. I'm not sure why it has gone so well, but I am thankful for it.


All excited before we left to pick up some milk

Later today, Tuks and I will be getting together at my sisters to celebrate Thanksgiving with the family, and also celebrate Tuks and cousin N's birthday. Cousin N's turned 4, seven days ago, and Tuks will turn 3 on the 29th, so we felt this year it would be easier to have both celebrations at once.

Have a Happy Thanksgiving !!!!

6 comments:

veggiemom said...

Even more to be thankful for today!!! So happy for you guys!!!

Anonymous said...

Congratulations! Happy Thanksgiving!

A Blessed Life said...

The girls bedroom is adorable! It's so homey.
I am so thrilled to hear Ve's homecoming is finally almost here. I remember when I saw her in May 07, she seemed so lost. I can hardly wait to see the pictures of her home, in her forever home.

Sarah said...

I love the girls' bedrooms. . .what pretty bedding! I cannot wait to see photos of your girl's homecoming :)

Happy Thanksgiving!

Janet said...

Wonderful news! So happy your process has gone so smooth!

Marta said...

I love their room! I am so o o o happy for you and your family. I am so glad she will be home soon. She is going to blossom with your love and care. This is going to be a long two weeks!!!!

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