First off, Jess and I are very happy to be back at HATS! Our return got delayed because my tonsils […]
Thank You Texas Team
Leader David, Brooks, Ryan, Joanna, Molly and Julie. Thank you for coming back, for coming for the first time, for […]
Sunday morning started with a rousing church service at the school with the kids and staff of HATS along with […]
James’ Christian Movie Night
Day 2 was another fun and action-filled day for our team. We began the morning doing what we do best – […]
The Amarillo, Texas team is here and having a blast. We’re made up of David Nance, Ryan Reneau, Molly and Joanna […]
We continue to be quite busy and as usual there is never ever a dull moment. Now we are preparing […]
Life continues at HATS but we are really missing Dickie, Sandra, Jim and Shondi. Kids missing Sandra this week […]
Another Thank You for Visiting
Dickie, Sandra, Shondi and Jim, thank you very much for coming, for doing, for working, for repairing, for painting, for […]
It is soooooo sad to say goodbye here. It has been an emotional day! We all finished up our projects […]
Sunday is one of my favorite days in Haiti. It is more relaxed with no projects planned and some of […]
Visiting the Dam at Pelig
Nine of us left the compound today at 7:30 AM headed for the dam at Pelig…just a few minutes from […]
Home Made of Sticks & Mud
We are getting to the end of this trip, so little time left and so much to do. The first […]
A Few Funny Anecdotes of our adventures on and off the compound and some photos. The other night, I (Shondi) […]
Monday takes us back to school and a busier routine than on the weekend. Luckner’s Aunt died and he was […]
Sunday in Haiti is a day of rest for the most part. We all went to the School Building this […]
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This is my first trip to Haiti and I’m hoping that it will not be my last! I could start by telling you all about my experiences however I’ll start by saying that Haiti DOES hit you in your heart! Not a day goes by when I’m not fighting back tears. Hands Across the Sea is an amazing place! Our team has been assembled of different men that all who all felt God calling them to do his bidding. Since I have been here I was quick to realize that we are just helpers here. Karen and her team of workers are, what I believe to be, the real workers of God! Each child presents their own challenges and Karen and her staff make sure that all of the children, not one child, are seen to!
Bernie Melanson
HATS Visitor -
Amazing organization! Had the pleasure of visiting twice, and can’t wait to go back again someday. God is doing some wonderful things at HATS!
Jess MacDonald
HATS Visitor -
Such important work done with LOVE and commitment!
Dana Wight Kayal
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One thing that has impacted me on this trip is seeing the children and all the dedication in this orphanage. There is so much going on behind the scenes to keep the HATS orphanage and school running.
Donna Wheeler
HATS Visitor -
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
HATS Visitor -
It is our last day and there is always a certain amount of sadness and joy when we come to the end of a trip . We look forward to our homes and loved ones but there is a part of us that wants to stay and be near these dear dear children. They open their hearts and arms to you when you enter the front gate. They give you laughter and tears all week long and then they cry and hug you when they know you are going away. Being near that kind of unconditional love effects us all very deeply. So we leave part of our hearts here and promise to return.
Gerry Rhyno
HATS Visitor -
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
HATS Visitor -
After years of thinking about it and months of planning for it, it seems strange that our time in Haiti is over. We have been asked by a few if it was like we expected. Well, no. I’m not sure what we expected, but our minds could not have fathomed what we have experienced, and we can hardly believe that our 3 month stay has come to an end. HATS really became home away from home for us. We knew we would enjoy getting to know and spending time with the kids but we had no idea how difficult it would be to leave them. They sneak in and steal your heart without you even knowing it. We have left a piece of our hearts in Haiti and can’t wait for the day when we can return.
Mike & Nicki White
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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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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
HATS Visitor
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