We made it!

SssWe arrived in Haiti around 2:30 this afternoon and immediately felt the heat and humidity.  We immediately regretted not filling up our water bottles in the Miami airport.  We were greated at the door by cheerful music consisting of banjos, bongo drums and maracas. The scene was beautiful at the first window we stood by.  The mountain range was so pretty.  It took about 30-45 minutes to get through customs.  Then the madness started in trying to get all our bags from baggage claim and then finding our transport.  Once we got on the bus it was a mad dash for Mission of Hope campus.  There were a couple times when our bus was playing "chicken" with the oncoming traffic.  The scenery was an eye opener....to see the tiny huts made from sheets of metal.  We saw chickens, goats and cows roaming freely.  Once we got to MOH campus we were able to turn in all the medical supplies and get situated in our room.  We have already met so many friendly women.  Everyone has been so welcoming.  After getting set up in the room we went upstairs to sit on the roof of the guesthouse.  There is an amazing breeze!  

I'm currently standing in line for dinner and we will have orientation afterwards.  It has already been quite an experience.  Can't wait to see what the rest of the week has in store!  

First glimpse of Haiti

Nikki and Amelia in tax collection line.

Supplies laid out

View from the rooftop. 

The roof is the "hangout" area 😜

First meal in Haiti