Soap Pockets for Haitian Children

Edee Eggert gave able leadership to creating the model and leading a group of VUMC
women in making 50 soap pockets for Haitian children. Those involved were Barbara
Garrison, Jackie Van Gilder, Marlyce Dixon, Vonnie Feyen, Carol Butler, Judith
Comstock, Miyoko Matsuda and Nancy Vanderpool. These brightly colored “pockets”
contain soap for hand washing. The Haiti Team plans to teach the song, “Wash, wash,
wash your hands”

January 6, 2011 - Haiti Mission Meeting, Vashon Island

We had a very productive meeting tonight.  I think we can all sense that our trip is getting closer and the energy is coming together for the group.  We discussed our fears and concerns about the current health crisis and political unrest in Hati and we are all committed to staying the course and going down there.  It was reassuring to hear that others in the group are also expressing concerns but we're going to support each other in every way.  Several individual tasks were discussed tonight with much of the conversation centered around what personal and team gear and construction equipment and first aid supplies we will be brining with us.  Sandy and Mary had some great ideas on games to bring for the children.  Nancy covered some of the remaining financial deatils for the group and airline baggage limits including number of bags and weight limits were also discussed.  Steve and Bob shared some inspiring passages with the group that they felt especially moved by.  Steve departs on his first trip to Hati with the UMVIM Oregon/Idaho group on January 31, 2011.  Our next meeting is scheduled for February 15, 2011 shortly after his return.  We hope to have many of our questions answered at that time.  A special Haiti focused church service will be held this Sunday at VUMC by Cindy Stirling with guest speaker Lee Durston who will talk about his experiences working with the Haitian people. 

- Bruce