Since Tuesday,  most of us have kept our eyes and ears locked to various media channels trying to catch any and every bit of news we can regarding the earthquake that shook Port-Au-Prince.  It is heartbreakingly sad and catastrophic and the news is not getting any better!  Many tears are being shed inside and outside of Haiti as we all feel empathy for the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere that has been constantly hit by natural and political crisis.  I remember thinking "not Haiti AGAIN!" when I got the first email.  It really saddens me that the country continues to go through so much.

They are estimating deaths of "hundreds of thousands" and the earthquake is reported to have directly affected about 3 million of the 10 million population.  All we have to do is to keep praying, make donations and hope that in time, the country will be rebuilt.  As for the spirits of the Haitians - that is different issue to consider but Haitians are very strong,  courageous and resilient people so I pray for the best. 

If you have never taken volunteering and donating seriously, NOW is the time to step up.  Haiti needs your help...the world needs your help!  Check below for a list of organizations you can donate to and keep your eyes locked for opportunities to travel to Haiti as part of relief efforts.  L'union fait la force (Together we are strong).