Yesterday, the ten of us that are here decided to do a distribution with the clothes and food that was left. We did it in a village the other side of Comyagua, about 85 kilometers from Tegucigalpa. Marc and I first saw this village in February. And with all the trips back and forth to San Pedro Sula, we have had opportunity to see it many times. It was far past time to do more than just see it.
Other than the dump, it is one of the worst villages I have ever seen. The houses are made of cardboard, plastic sheeting, and whatever could be found.
We drove up in a van and got out. We began to unload the van with the sacks we had. A few people came and then a few more people came. Soon people were running toward the van. No one had shoes. Many many chilren and adults had the lightened hair so indicative of malnutrition. Most of the children had very sad eyes. That kills me every single time I see a child with sad eyes.
We went inside one of the houses. The floor was nothing more than a sticky mud. Seven people live there. I did not see any mattresses. Or much of anything else. We found out the people in this village do not own their land, but someone let them build houses on the land.
Everyone was grateful for what they had been given. When we left, they said we will wait for your return. I really think with that statement, we need to get back out there soon.
Terri
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Dear Terri,
Only God and people like you can pull off all you do. So glad you can help so many. I know yesterday was a sad day but it is time soon to get some rest. It has been a busy summer. You all have gone non stop and need a break. You deserve it.
You pray for wonders to happen and HE provides. Praise God. I look to see a report on feeding these same hungry omes mentioned next time !! (these folks you gave clothes to). I pray for your strength amd resources to do that.
It's tough to hear things you speak of...sure do love you. Ginger
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