It is a little strange to send this because it’s been several months since I began to write it, but it is what it is. In April and May I was in Haiti where I spent time with family, particularly my mother, my son (who has been working there since last October, but had a busy schedule during my stay), my sister, nephew, and extended family. The country amazes me. My last visit was December, 2011; there was energy and progress that continue. Some examples are solar powered street lights, roads better than ever, and population growth. In the past, countryside homes were made of thatched roofs and mud walls. This time I saw none. Same road, towns, and fields but now cinderblock structures. Even the crowded neighborhoods were beautiful. We were able to spend time
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