Cebadas Day 1

Short bus ride this morning; only one hour! The past few days we have been stopping in this village to switch buses. It is very nice to have a shorter drive. Set up was easy today since everyone has had one set up under their belts. Plus, this church is a bit bigger, making everything a little better.

There were three surgeries today: a hernia repair, skin cancer removal, and removal of a rotten tooth.
The woman with the skin cancer was so greatful. She had gone to three doctors but none would remove it.

In pharmacy this morning, the soldiers learned how to counsel on vitamins and deworming medicine. They were so excited that it was funny.

I find it amazing how little things can make such an impact on people. A woman with vericose veins came into clinic today. I gave her a pair of compression socks to help with the pain and swelling. It made such a hughe impact on her; she was so very greatful and so very happy.


Miss Randi celebrated her birthday today! Luckly for her she did not get the traditional face cake :)

Tonight Ecuador plays Columbia. Most nights at this time, the noise level is silent. Tonight the living room is filled with screams and screeching.