January 2nd - market day

We went to the market for the first time today. Since it is actually still part of their Independence Day weekend, it was quieter than normal. Still there were many vendors sitting on the ground under blankets and tarps - or out in the open. They were selling many types of vegetables and fruits - also dried and fresh fish. They sell everything that a general store would sell - if you walk far enough. Cory took us and did the negotiating for price. I think he's a soft touch - and I mean that in a good way. He treats everyone with respect, and they appreciate that about him.
Bill has one more generator to work on. He's already given the clinic and the church a good amount of electricity to use when the government power goes off. Dr. Chris tells of being in the middle of stitching someone up, or delivering a baby, and suddenly they would be in the dark. They are thankful to have someone here that understands generators and electricity.
I have spent these few days learning how to help in the kitchen at the Thede's, cleaning the house, washing clothes - Thedes have a washing machine - and a clothesline outside our house,
and generally learning how to do things the Haiti way.
We'll have to see what next week brings. The teams won't start coming until January 22nd, and we are happy to have the time to get accustomed to life here before they arrive. I think I will offer to mow the lawn next week. It grows very slowly, but it is a big area.
Enough for today. Keep us in your prayers.