Friends and family often ask me how things are in Haiti. Unfortunately, we haven’t been there now for 2 years,...
About Keith Wight
Joan and Keith Wight have been involved with HATS since 2011. Keith is a retired airline pilot and previously volunteered with missions in Belize, Zimbabwe, Panama and Honduras in various capacities. Joan is a retired music teacher and uses her abilities to assist with the office work and tutor the children at HATS. Since retiring they have committed to 4 months per year in Haiti. They live in Montreal and have 3 daughters, 2 son-in-laws and 2 grandsons and 2 grand-daughters.
HATS Golf Tournament 2019
Saturday was a beautiful day in our Nation’s Capital for golf. It was also a great day for hanging out...
HATS Happenings
SATURDAY STROLL It’s always nice to get off the compound and go for a canal walk. I have 5 or...
School is Open!!
And on the 18thday, Principal Luckner decreed that school would reopen.And it did reopen and it was good. And most...
MANIFESTATION ACTIVITIES PART 2.
Today the situation in our area of Haiti could best be described as an uneasy calm. The barricade at the...
++MANIFESTATIONS ACTIVITIES
Keith Wight It has been a long and stormy winter this year in Haiti. Not snowy and cold like Montreal...
HATS – The Musical
Keith Wight The school compound is only 3 meters from the orphanage compound. All day you can hear the kids...
Coconuts!
One day last week we had real treat. Fresh coconuts!! ?? There are a couple of trees on the orphanage compound...
The Week that Was……
Keith Wight TGIF……. Thank goodness it’s Friday. I haven’t had a real job in 5 years and I still love...
The weekend that was…
TGIF……. Thank goodness it’s Friday. I haven’t had a real job in 5 years and I still love Fridays, because the weekend...
Joan and Keith and their HATS Bags
Yipee, we are back with Karen and the kids at HATS for a couple of months. And what a welcome...
Second Annual HATS Golf Tournament
Last Saturday dawned bright, sunny, hot and humid in Ottawa for the 2nd annual HATS Golf Tournament. For several years...
Just Another Day at HATS
There is no such thing as just another day at HATS. Every day is different and most days are dictated...
Sunday Showers ?
Sundays at HATS are always very special. You will not find church like this anywhere else I am sure. The...
T.G.I.F.
Wow, it’s Friday already. Time sure does fly when you are having fun. Joan and I have quickly been immersed...
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This morning, we woke up as the sun came up and as we all began to trickle downstairs; we were met with warm welcomes from the precious children. As the children arrived, we were deeply touched and came to the realization of how important the HATS organization is to this country. Many children who would not have had any opportunities are now well nourished, educated and have a loving home and a mother who loves them more than we could ever comprehend, Karen Huxter.
Nicole Boudreau & Marcia Muise
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A huge thank you to aunt Karen, who always seems to be doing something with her children and the HATS mission. The only time she takes for herself is long enough to spread some almond butter on a banana that she eats on the run. Thank you so much for all your hard work and unwavering dedication. Thank you for being an inspiration to me and so many others. We love you and our Haitian family very much. The longer I spend at HATS, the bigger piece of my heart remains. Take care of yourself and our kiddies until we see each other again.
Jocelyn Barnes
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I am so thankful to Jesus for the opportunity to serve at HATS and to finally experience the great work that God is doing there. I look forward to seeing them all again when I visit next time.
Nancy Goodwin
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I have absolutely loved the Haitian people and Haiti the three times I have been there. I go to bless them, only to be blessed myself!
Yvette Calderwood
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I’m not sure what we’re doing here, just showing up for a week – it’s not like it’s sustainable. And I don’t want to become depressed by some of the harsh realities that Karen has to deal with every day. You know it’s ONE thing to start an orphanage and school (Yes, Karen has done things that are beeeeyond me), but it’s ANOTHER thing to raise the 20 babies that become YOUR kids!!! Not only are they a big family, but they are a big family containing individual stories that got them all to where they are in the orphanage. I don’t even know how to describe it…I have never seen a woman her age with this much energy…fun loving energy that is. She so inspired me today and really is a wonderful mother to all these children.
Barbara
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I had anticipated that I would enjoy spending time getting to know the children and being a part of Karen’s daily life in Haiti but I had not anticipated that it would capture my heart like it did. I will miss spending time with the children and Karen but I am hopeful that I’ll be able to see them all again in the not too distant future.
Sara-May Cardy
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I am so thankful to God for allowing me the opportunity to be here and experience his splendor. This day will forever be in my heart and mind. The scripture that resonates with me today is “…whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” Matt 25:40. I am so happy I decided to come to HATS, this experience will stay with me for my life time.
Crystal Young
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I spent a week in Haiti at HATS in November 2017 and it was a wonderful experience. Karen is an amazing woman and is doing amazing work. She is dedicated to the children in her care and is changing lives. I would love the opportunity to visit again and help out where I can.
Sandy Eastly
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Thank you Karen for everything you do, all the hard work and dedication that you put into this place, all of the work behind the scenes. Thank you for putting up with all the craziness that we bring when we come to your house for the week, just thank you times a million and one for everything Karen. I can write about my week until I am blue in the face (maybe not write that long but if you know me I can definitely talk for that long), and can sing about kit kat bars until my voice gives out, but I cannot even begin to try and articulate in song, dance, or other random art forms how thankful and blessed I am to have been given this experience not only once but twice! Thank you – thank you – thank you – thank you!!!!!!!
Kathleen
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They call Karen “the helicopter ” and after spending three days by her side I know why. She propels through life!!! If you want to get on the ride you better start running. It is an amazing work that the Lord is doing here through so many many dedicated workers…literally hundreds of children impacted every day with the love of Christ…but the task to do so is enormous. The dedication of staff is invaluable…they NEED US ALL!!
Barbara & Louis
HATS Visitors
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