Though Haiti is often defined by its challenges, this little island nation boasts natural beauty and a population of proud and passionate people ready to work hard to improve their lives. I am humbled and honored to walk with them. Beginning in late spring 2013, I commenced on a journey the long way home — moving to Port-au-Prince and traveling across Haiti to work alongside farmers and those who care about them. It was a calling, the chance to meet people where they are, where they work and struggle and triumph.
Eleven years later, after more than four years spent back in Virginia because of the violent conditions in Haiti, I’m going back, but I will be across the border in the Dominican Republic. From there I will continue to serve with our friends in Haiti, but also new partners in the Dominican, and even farther afield.
On this blog, you will find stories I find along the way. Some of these stories I will seek out, but I’m betting that the most marvelous ones will be those I stumble upon.
Come along. Join me as I go. Just be warned — I have a tendency to meander.
A journey across Haiti 
Cindy: I love your stories. I’m coming to Port au Prince for a couple weeks in November to visit some of my “kids”. Would love to talk with you. I’m a farmer/engineer from MN and have worked in Haiti for years.
Hey Ron! I am sorry I am so delayed in responding to this! Thanks for getting in touch. I would like to know more about your organization. Send a link if you can, please.
I hear that there is/will be an agricultural college in the northern part of Haiti. Is this true? Can you tell me anything about this?
The agriculture technical college of Centre d’Agriculture Saint Barnabas (CASB) is located near Terrier Rouge in the northeast region. It has been in operation since 1984 when it was founded through a partnership of the Presbyterian Church of the United States of America and the Episcopal Church Diocese of Haiti. It provides a two-year education and training curriculum with classroom academics and field agriculture training that leads to graduation as an Agriculture Technician. Usual student numbers of 80 with 40 students each in the first and second year of study and training. Both young men and women in attendance with 60%/40% mix.
For additional information, contact the CASB Director, Rev. Jabnel Esperance, jabnelesper@yahoo.fr.
Querida, I am so blessed to have met you. I am thrilled that you are returning to your Haitian friends/partners. Look forward to hearing, living through your experiences the wonders of God in Haiti and the Dominican Republic
Muchas gracias, mi amiga! I’m excited, but in need of prayers for my language!
Happy journeys sweet Cindy. Love you. 💜🙏🏻💜
Thank you, Alice! Love you!