Friday, February 20, 2009

Houston, We Have A Problem- Ha!

Hi all,
We are writing from the Sheraton hotel in Houston, Texas. An initial delay of our flight in Halifax, due to "traffic control", meant that we were unable to catch our connection in Newark, further delaying us from arriving here in Houston to fly to San Pedro Sula. Continental has been less than impressive helping us throughout the process, however, we have been lucky enough to have our hotel and food covered tonight. We will be departing to San Pedro Sula on the same flight tomorrow evening and should arrive by around 10pm Saturday at which point we will stay the evening there and set off for Nuevo Paraiso Sunday morning. This may mean we need to reduce our number of brigade days, but we are still very hopeful to make up for this and work with GMB to maximize the number of patients we can see in the time given.

The group is all safe, a little tired but spirits are still high and we are excited to finally arrive.

We will write again as soon as we arrive to Nuevo Paraiso- Wish us luck!
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11 comments:

  1. jean marc pam (Janelle)February 21, 2009 at 3:02 AM

    I was tracking your flights and you arrived at 3:14 in Newark on flight 2893 but fight 811 didn't leave till 3:28. Why couldn't they hold your flight for 5 minutes? Someone should write them a letter. Making your trip one day late probably means that some underprivilaged children won't get to see much needed medical aid if the Brigade cuts one day off thier schedule. Way to go Contennetal Airway "THE FRIENDLY SKIES" but not to friendly on the ground. Hopefully the rest of the trip goes smoothly. Thak care The Duguays

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  2. Carla and Gord (Spencer's folks)February 21, 2009 at 6:38 AM

    Ahhh...part of the adventure. Try to enjoy a day in Houston and then back on track!
    Have fun and be safe...The Burns'clan.

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  3. The LefurgeysFebruary 21, 2009 at 7:26 AM

    Certainly not the start you anticipated….and I agree with the comment that Continental should have been more accommodating given the size and purpose of your group. That said, I am confident that you will do everything to maximize the number of patients you will help given the organized, hard working and competent group you are…… Hurdles have never stopped you before!!!! All I can say is… “Look out Honduras…Here they come!!”

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  4. Rog Nanc Duguay, alex'sFebruary 21, 2009 at 11:18 AM

    Glad to hear you made it thus far safe and sound. Life is full of snags, just one obstacle that will change the experience a bit. I have no doubt that a group who worked so hard to help others will find something positive in the circumstance, you get to see Texas...We are so proud of all of you. stay safe and thanks for the blog.

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2009 at 4:09 PM

    Thanks for the update. It is challenges like these that turn in to the memories that make the overall experience so memorable. They are also great tests of our leadership skills. I have no doubt that you are more than up to surpassing the test(s)!

    Thanks for representing Mount Allison to the World. I look forward to further updates.

    Sincerely,

    Ron

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  6. Diane(Celia Mom)February 21, 2009 at 4:38 PM

    HI EVERYBODY, JUST GLAD TO HEAR YOU HAD A PLACE TO REST YOUR HEADS LAST NIGHT AND HOPEFULLY EVERYTHING ELSE WILL GO SMOOTHLY!! i LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING ABOUT YOUR ADVENTURES. STAY SAFE AND HAVE FUN

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  7. Nan and Pop GreganFebruary 22, 2009 at 5:28 AM

    Hi! everyone...Sunday a.m. and thinking of you all..I shall pray for you at Mass this a.m. Trust you have made it safely...love you for the wonderful work you are about to do, especially my handsome grandson Spencer...take care,have fun.

    Nan Gregan

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  8. Celia's dadFebruary 22, 2009 at 8:04 AM

    Sorry to hear about the delay, but on the positive side, you get to spend a bit of time in Texas! We are so proud of you and the work you will soon be doing to help others less fortunate. Stay safe, enjoy the warm weather. (Big snowstorm on the way for NB tonight...)
    Victor (Ce's dad)

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  9. Mel's MomFebruary 22, 2009 at 8:22 AM

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  10. Mel's MomFebruary 22, 2009 at 8:24 AM

    Glad to hear spirits are high and you are all safe! What you are all doing is amazing! I am so very proud of all of you! Can't wait to hear more! Be Safe & Take Care!

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  11. The Chaulk'sFebruary 22, 2009 at 11:28 AM

    Hi everyone,
    Not a great start to your adventure but aleast you had a night to rest up before you start you big adventure.Hopefully by now you are st you detination.So proud of what you are all doing.Sam dad and I are very proud of you.Keep us posted and stay safe.What great memories you will all have
    Dave and Mary lou

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