True, there is plenty of poverty in Haiti. Sadly, that has been a long standing problem, among other maladies, which has affected this nation. Political discord has also brought a good deal of grief to this nation's people. Notwithstanding all of these issues, the people of Haiti have always had a strong sense of family and community. Visit the nation and you will see just what I mean by that.
The public wells or transportation system are prime examples of a communal respect. People often have to be quite patient while, as they wait in line at a public well, to fill their containers with clean water. The same goes for hopping a ride on a colorful bus called a tap tap. People may jostle to find a seat in the heat but Haitians accord one another with respect and kindness...there is room for all!
Following the recent hurricane, we have also seen evidence of this concern for the community. Neighbors helping neighbors, school principals opening up the their buildings so that people have temporary homes and people wading into flood ravaged portions of villages to lend a helping hand.
As I said yesterday, Haiti and Haitians matter.
Dick
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