I've never met anyone who's been to Haiti that hasn't fallen in love with the place. Yes, with the poverty, unique aroma of the capital city, and extra chores involved in keeping an American GI system healthy while there . . . yet, the people of Haiti and the rich culture and resilient spirit they've developed captures the heart and doesn't allow the memory to forget.(Photo courtesy of a friend and travel companion.)
While in the Navy in 1967 after hurrican Inez the ship I was stationed aboard paid calls to Jacmel and Cotes-de-fer. I still remember the beauty of the island in stark contrast to the horrible damage and astounding numbers of dead in the aftermath of the storm. Perhaps I can share stories with you one day in person.
ReplyDeleteChris Hattoon