Last weekend's surprise trip to Haiti was supposed to be filled with fun and laughter.  That was my expectation.

And it was a great weekend, in many ways . . . except when it wasn't.  This past weekend I was again confronted with the realities of Haiti . . . Harsh realities.  Dark realities.  Realities that rip at my heart.  Realities that are often more than I want to ponder.  Realities that affect people I love and know by name.

And so, this past weekend I counted the cost.

But I'm not walking away.

Thankful for friends who are infinitely patient with me as I navigate life between two vastly different worlds.

Thankful for Rick, Justin, Jared, and Ethan understanding my heart ...

I'm not certain this will ever get any easier.