Setting the Bar High
January 25, 2009
It has been almost a day since I sent the team off at the Delhi airport. They should be arriving in America in just a few hours. I am so humbled and moved by the dedication our our team and all we accomplished in the slums. This was the best group of people I have EVER travelled with and they certainly made a huge impact. I am sure you will be hearing their stories directly. Yes, it was a challenging and sometimes heart breaking week. And yet on hind sight I have only thankfulness in my heart. The team came through in a HUGE way. They each inspired me and only deepened the call within my heart to care for the destitute.
I can’t even begin to describe to you this journey that affected all of us so deeply and drew us together as a strong unit- being in the midst of the poorest people in the world, Watching the joy and gratefulness in the eyes of the physically challenged children at the transformation of their once torn down classroom to a warm, delightful place of learning and simply celebrating life with children who each have a tragic past. We will never forget the love they offered us or the heart breaking farewell at Asha Deep Foundation yesterday. There were garlands, heaps of hand made cards and tearful hugs. The back door of our vehicle finally closed and as we drove away, the gates shut between us and the children leaving us with a heartbreaking silence on our ride to the airport.
I can honestly say that our lives have been impacted. We now attempt to process it all and use this transformational experience to shape us in the days to come. Upon my return to America next week, I will begin working on updates and blogs on our website so that you can get a deeper knowledge of our mission. Thank you for your support, your encouragement and your prayers. This trip has been HFI’s biggest and most touching success to date.
Jeremiah Caleb
Director
