by the end of June. Once the tickets are bought, it becomes a done deal. I am getting excited. The organizers have enlisted supply coordinators who gather all the things we will be bringing to Haiti. Each of the team members will check in a suitcase full of supplies and carry on what is personally needed. One of my tasks in Haiti will be to organize the health clinic’s pharmacy and medical supplies for future teams. 12 months ago

I look forward to meeting with the other team members. We are going to discuss fundraising. The trip is only 3 1/2 months away! 12 months ago

I sent in my deposit which secures my spot on the team for Haiti. I am excited and wish I could go now! Realistically, though, I know that 5 months will go swiftly. I need to do some fundraising to defray the cost. My husband is not on board with my doing this. He just doesn’t get it. I have difficulty putting into words why I want to do this so badly. My inner voice pushes me toward certain experiences. At times I ignore it, but then the voice only grows louder. This trip, I truly believe, will be life altering. How could I not go? 13 months ago

I went to an organizational meeting last night and met several of the mission team members. Only one other person there has never been on a mission before. I was the only one who is not a church goer, although I do have spiritual beliefs. One person seemed puzzled as to my motivations and asked me how I learned of the mission. I have decided not to let her judgment of me affect my interactions with this group. I believe I have much to give and have been called to serve.

This is not a medical mission per se, but I will be able to put my nursing skills to use. I am very excited about the possibility of visiting a tent city or two and helping out at a clinic. The needs in Haiti are so many. It is a bit daunting. 14 months ago

I am looking into joining a mission team that is going to Haiti in August. There is a meeting next week. I am excited to learn more! 14 months ago

I have not focused on this, but I would really like to. I have info on several organizations. It is a matter of making it a priority and raising money to go. I hope this year I can move closer to making it a reality. 16 months ago