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Last night we were able to enjoy a little more good conversation on our front porch before turning in. Jeffery…you would be proud…I managed to silence the dogs last night…unfortunately, NOT the bears.

We awoke and packed with plans to depart after lunch for our drive to Gonaives. We probably saw just 90 patients but the heat took it’s toll and we were all exhausted when the last patient was seen. We so appreciate those who supported our work here and hope to see Christophe and Blad again. Read More

So, last night did not really provide much of a lull, but we managed to get some sleep. I don’t think the bears took a break but we eventually all passed out with fatigue. I am sorry to say I was no more successful with the dog silencing telepathy than Jeffery was last year, and am not optimistic for tonight either.

This morning I awoke to learn that my tiny “Sickle Cell” patient did NOT actually get treated in the local hospital, so Vanessa was required to wake up at 2AM to take her and her mother to Port au Prince (6hr drive) to secure care. I am hopeful she will find the care she does indeed need. Read More

Since it turns out I can get a signal out here at the end of the Earth, I just had to share about our ride to Haut Moustiques (I learned how to spell it). Read More

Thought I would drop a line to let you all know we made it to Port au Prince….not all intact. Those of you who have been here will appreciate that we are missing ALL of our supply bags (14). Good news though…everyone has all their personal bags and our supplies “should be” on the next flight.  Welcome back to Haiti! Read More

Good afternoon to all! Last night we were treated to the most beautiful sunset I think we have ever seen here (including last year). The moon was full and high in the sky as the sun was setting over the sea, creating beautiful reds, golds, violets, oranges and a steely blue on the horizon. There was a refreshing breeze and we watched makeshift kites flying alongside the moon. We even enjoyed a bowl of Jiffy Pop together (thank you Jeff and Rachel) while we looked at pictures and already began reminiscing.  Read More