It is a beautiful and bittersweet night as we prepare to
leave Pignon...bags are being packed and goodbyes being said. Today was a bit
more laid-back and restful, after 3 solid days of heavy lifting in the sun. The
road looked pretty darn great as we waved goodbye to the people of Char (my
next attempt at spelling the community's name) yesterday. This morning we put
on our work shoes one more time--before most of them went into permanent
retirement--and hiked part of Mount Pignon. We got to do some fun shopping at a
craft market that was set up outside the Guest House. Later in the afternoon we
were able to visit a few people's homes and get another perspective on daily
life here in Haiti. It was quite an eye-opener to walk through a tiny
three-room house (with a kitchen and latrine out back) that is home to 12
people! 
We were graciously invited to sit on Neil's roof again
this evening to catch the sunset and share conversation with his family and
each other. It was a thoughtful group time, where people reflected on moments
and insights from our trip that we hope are captured in our memories forever!
There are so many stories to tell when we get home. Thank you all in advance
for listening to them :)
Tomorrow from the Miami airport I will send assorted
comments that I have been collecting from the whole group. We are all so
grateful for this experience and all of you who have supported and encouraged
us to be here! See you very soon!
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