Some Water Back On

Water is now on in parts of Castries and will be available on a rotating basis.
Interesting how the worst of times can bring out the best in people.  I have spoken to so many people in the last few days and their conversation always begins with concern for how the other person has managed.
I met a young boy today who's house was destroyed in a landslide above Castries.  He and his mother had rescued several neighbours who were trapped in their home.  They are now living with friends and he is anxious to return to school.
Sandra called yesterday from the wash house in our village [Anse la Verdure].  The water is back on although it is still discoloured.  People are walking all the way from Canaries to come to get water.
In Canaries there is concern that they may not have water for quite some time yet and this means that school will not be able to reopen.  This means there will be no lunch program which is a serious blow for many of the poorest children who count on this as their main/only meal of the day.  Unfortunately, many of the supplies for this program were also destroyed by the flooding and the ensuing power outages.
I am anxious to talk to the principals directly to see if anything can be done to restart this program sooner.  I am sure however that both are doing the best they can to get their schools up and running as soon as possible.
Please pray especially for the most vulnerable in Canaries.  They struggle to survive in good times but they will need extra help in the next weeks and months ahead. and I do not think that the community itself will be able to cope.
Blessings to all;
Auntie Shel