Thank You Texas!

November 21, 2017 Posted by Karen Huxter

Our trip to Texas was an enjoyable and a special time indeed.

The memories we have of our time there will remain with us forever. We received a welcome next to none, renewed friendships with many who had been to HATS-Haiti in the past and met their families, were treated royally, laughed a lot, learned a lot, and know we are welcome back (at least we hope so David, after my getting in trouble), and learned to speak a little differently. Now I can speak Creole with a Newfie accent and use y’all a lot.

David and family

Enjoying early morning time with David in Amarillo

Jennifer, Jake and family

Sara, her beautiful and Ti Luc

Mayor of Amarillo and Ti Luc (Luc)

One cute Texan

Making a video

With my ‘Wannbe Newfie’ friend

Love shines between Sabrina and Luc

Huge thanks to David and family, who opened their home to us and nicely spoiled us. Thanks to Julie and Will and family, for the amount of time and help you gave us. Thanks to the large number of y’all who are already a part of our HATS-Haiti family and who invited us out, made a point of visiting with us, and those who welcomed us into their churches and elsewhere to share. We love y’all all very much.

Y’all come back now!

Karen

About Karen Huxter

Karen Huxter, the founder and Director of Hands Across the Sea, was born in Springdale, Newfoundland and is proud of her Newfie roots and heritage. She lived in various places across Canada such as Quebec, the Yukon, Ontario, Alberta and BC before moving to Haiti in 1995. In her professional career, Karen worked in teaching, banking and administration and did extensive volunteer work with community groups and charities. A mother of two grown daughters, one young adopted son and seven grandchildren, Karen is energetic and passionate about the work in Haiti. She loves each of the children and has a heart of compassion for children, women and families in the country of Haiti.