First, I want to say congratulations to Juan and Aura on the birth of their baby boy. I do not know a name yet and there is a good chance he does not have a name yet :) Kemmel and Lisa came to the clinic today with the news and I will post a photo when I have Juan's approval.
So, clinic went well with some interesting patients.
A mother brought a baby in that was covered below the waist with a terrible infection. She had gone to the local pharmacy and they had sold her some anti-fungal cream and now it was definitely infected.
Another baby was brought in and we are not sure if the baby has had any stools since he was born. I thought I had one story and when Lisa talked to the family it seemed different so we are not sure. The baby appears to be very healthy with no vomiting or distention and has gained a pound since last week. Hopefully, we will get an update soon.
It was a good clinic with 26 medical patients and 2 patients for dental cleanings.
Tomorrow, I will work at home and then on Wednesday we will go to Chuguexa................
Monday, August 30, 2010
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Weekend in Chichi
It has been a very quiet weekend in Chichi......very quiet. I had thought about going to the lake but decided to do laundry, clean and catch up. The real truth is that Lisa and Kemmel gave me several Law and Order DVDs and I have really enjoyed watching them. Popcorn, Law and Order with a little rain in the background.........what better way to spend your weekend??? Yeah!
I received a call last night from Sergio's dad saying that they were coming to Chichi today and asked where the Church of Christ met. I gave them directions and told him that I would wait outside for them. I was so excited to see the family of Sergio and Marvin. I pray that they will return.
It was a good weekend.........popcorn, Law and Order and a little rain in the background...........
I received a call last night from Sergio's dad saying that they were coming to Chichi today and asked where the Church of Christ met. I gave them directions and told him that I would wait outside for them. I was so excited to see the family of Sergio and Marvin. I pray that they will return.
It was a good weekend.........popcorn, Law and Order and a little rain in the background...........
Friday, August 27, 2010
Clinic in Mactzul II
Some of us met in Chichi and then traveled to Mactzul II. Because of the roads, we had to go up toward Santa Cruz. Manuel, Mauri, Martina and I met Tomas and Marcos in Mactzul. As I typed that, I realize that Tomas and I need to change our names to start with the letter "M."
Wendy, came with Marcos and today is her birthday. Happy Birthday, Wendy!
We had a small clinic of only 7 medical patients and 6 dental patients. We did not see anything unusual and there were 5 people from the church helping us today.
Wendy, came with Marcos and today is her birthday. Happy Birthday, Wendy!
We had a small clinic of only 7 medical patients and 6 dental patients. We did not see anything unusual and there were 5 people from the church helping us today.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Clinic in Chichi
The guys and I met in Chichi this morning for clinic.
As I mentioned last night, we did not have any electricity. I actually slept about 10 hours and it was great! We still not have electricity this morning nor did I have water. Just another one of those things and life will sometime get back to "normal."
The first two patients that came to the clinic this morning had more concerns for their husbands and family than they did for themselves. The first lady is not able to sleep or eat but does not have any obvious physical causes. The more we talked, the more she told me about her family issues. Her husband drinks a lot and the second patient had many of the same issues.
Addiction, no matter the type, strains relationships and also the family as a whole. The person addicted may or may not admit it. Until that person wants to change, the spouse or family is almost helpless. I use the term almost because there are still some things that can be be done but they are not easy.
I talked to these ladies today about prayer and continuing to love their spouse. There are many examples in the Bible about prayer and it's strength. Paul wrote to the church in Ephesus about his prayer for them.
As I mentioned last night, we did not have any electricity. I actually slept about 10 hours and it was great! We still not have electricity this morning nor did I have water. Just another one of those things and life will sometime get back to "normal."
The first two patients that came to the clinic this morning had more concerns for their husbands and family than they did for themselves. The first lady is not able to sleep or eat but does not have any obvious physical causes. The more we talked, the more she told me about her family issues. Her husband drinks a lot and the second patient had many of the same issues.
Addiction, no matter the type, strains relationships and also the family as a whole. The person addicted may or may not admit it. Until that person wants to change, the spouse or family is almost helpless. I use the term almost because there are still some things that can be be done but they are not easy.
I talked to these ladies today about prayer and continuing to love their spouse. There are many examples in the Bible about prayer and it's strength. Paul wrote to the church in Ephesus about his prayer for them.
Ephesians 1:17-18
I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation so that you may know him better. I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which He has called you, the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints..........
When Paul wrote these words, yes the people were Christians but later in Chapter 2 he talks about how they were once dead in their sins and that we were all there at one time. Because of love, we are changed.
Sometimes there is nothing a spouse can do except to continue to pray and love........and no, it is not easy.
We had 15 patients today and it was a good clinic. We had a new diabetic with a blood sugar of over 500 and we talked about his diet.
About 11am the electricity returned...........ahhhhh, life is "normal" again.
I hope that something was said to encourage all of the patients and that they will return.
We had 15 patients today and it was a good clinic. We had a new diabetic with a blood sugar of over 500 and we talked about his diet.
About 11am the electricity returned...........ahhhhh, life is "normal" again.
I hope that something was said to encourage all of the patients and that they will return.
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Clinic in La Palma
Today the guys and I set out for La Palma. We saw a few mudslides along the way but nothing that caused a problem for us.
I have always enjoyed the drive to this area. It is very pretty and in places you rise above the clouds. Today, it looked as if the mountains in the distance were covered by snow.
The guys pulled out their cameras and also took some photos :)
School was not in session today so it was very quiet when we arrived. Within a short time, patients began to arrive.
We had a record day of 19 patients and we were very excited.
When we were finished, Manuel told me that we were going to eat in a fancy restaurant called, "The Pines." We drove up the road and ate under some trees........................yes, they were pine trees.
On the way I confessed to the guys that I had severely scolded a parent for not bringing his children to clinic. It is the first time that I have done that and I felt bad about it...... but I felt worse for the children. Tomas and Manuel also had a confession.........they had heard me. They told me that they would have done the same thing.
We ate under the trees and enjoyed rice, beans, tortillas, salsa and orange juice.
The drive home was uneventful and we are thankful for that. When I arrived at Lisa and Kemmel's they told me that we have not had electricity since 10 am and are not sure when it will return. Hmmmmmm, it may be a night to read and sleep! Goodnight!
I have always enjoyed the drive to this area. It is very pretty and in places you rise above the clouds. Today, it looked as if the mountains in the distance were covered by snow.
The guys pulled out their cameras and also took some photos :)
School was not in session today so it was very quiet when we arrived. Within a short time, patients began to arrive.We had a record day of 19 patients and we were very excited.
When we were finished, Manuel told me that we were going to eat in a fancy restaurant called, "The Pines." We drove up the road and ate under some trees........................yes, they were pine trees.
On the way I confessed to the guys that I had severely scolded a parent for not bringing his children to clinic. It is the first time that I have done that and I felt bad about it...... but I felt worse for the children. Tomas and Manuel also had a confession.........they had heard me. They told me that they would have done the same thing.
We ate under the trees and enjoyed rice, beans, tortillas, salsa and orange juice.
The drive home was uneventful and we are thankful for that. When I arrived at Lisa and Kemmel's they told me that we have not had electricity since 10 am and are not sure when it will return. Hmmmmmm, it may be a night to read and sleep! Goodnight!
Monday, August 23, 2010
Clinic in Lemoa
The weekend was a good and uneventul one.
I went to Quiche yesterday and was suppose to meet Magda for dinner and then we were to go to worship together. When she was not at her house, I thought something odd was going on. She is always there when she expects me and because of her recent falls, I was nervous. I went on to the worship service and about 15 minutes before it was to end, I felt a tap on my shoulder and it was Magda sitting behind me!
Now this is a first for her and I am encouraged that she came on her own. We left together and I walked her home. I told her how concerned I was about her and she said her niece had come from The City and that it was not a good visit. I do not ask a lot of questions when it comes to family matters. I had a cup of coffee with her before I took a bus back to Chichi. As I said, I am encouraged that she came because this is a big step for her.
We had a busy clinic in Lemoa today with 23 medical patients and 3 for dental cleaning. When we left, the truck battery was dead so Manuel and I jumped off the truck.
Tomorrow will be a day to work on the educational material that will be presented to ABC families on nutrition. I am anxious to get it finished and be able to present it.
I went to Quiche yesterday and was suppose to meet Magda for dinner and then we were to go to worship together. When she was not at her house, I thought something odd was going on. She is always there when she expects me and because of her recent falls, I was nervous. I went on to the worship service and about 15 minutes before it was to end, I felt a tap on my shoulder and it was Magda sitting behind me!
Now this is a first for her and I am encouraged that she came on her own. We left together and I walked her home. I told her how concerned I was about her and she said her niece had come from The City and that it was not a good visit. I do not ask a lot of questions when it comes to family matters. I had a cup of coffee with her before I took a bus back to Chichi. As I said, I am encouraged that she came because this is a big step for her.
We had a busy clinic in Lemoa today with 23 medical patients and 3 for dental cleaning. When we left, the truck battery was dead so Manuel and I jumped off the truck.
Tomorrow will be a day to work on the educational material that will be presented to ABC families on nutrition. I am anxious to get it finished and be able to present it.
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Babies......pap clinic....surgery.......all in ONE!
The patients were waiting as we pulled up to the clinic. Lisa started with the pap ladies and then Gaspar worked the babies in.
Note to Neva: The mothers loved the blankets! In fact, the babies came wrapped in them today :)
This is Marvin and he is looking good. He still has some swelling but is looking good. Well, he is looking great compared to 6 months ago. His mom is doing well and she said she will meet me next Sunday in Chichi for worship.
Sergio still has quite a bit of swelling but looks much better. His parents brought me about 25 pounds of apples! Now that is a one pleased mother!
Pedro Mauricio is also doing well. His dad brought him today since his mom is working in the house. His dad kept talking about what quality of surgery. Don't ya just love pleased parents?
Juan Martin was doing great. People were very complimentary of his parents during the surgical clinic. All of the parents took very good care of their children but Juan's parents had a special touch!
Cristofer as as active as he was at clinic!! He was all over the floor and jumping on the exam table as his mother and grandmother looked in the opposite direction!
All of the children looked great! It has only been two weeks since their surgery and it time, of course, they will look even better. The parents are excited and very thankful.
Those that will need to return for a palate repair will be scheduled for early February.While I was seeing the babies, Lisa took care of the ladies that needed paps done. I even squeezed in a plantar fascitis. No need to turn away patients.
After the babies and pap clinic, we had a surgical clinic. Lisa biopsied an area below a ladies eye and then she removed a skin tag on a ladies foot. It was a great day and I loved it!
I went home and started getting caught up on things......laundry, cleaning, just stuff........
Lisa called and said she had made some apple fritters and asked me to come over. Sure!
It was wonderful! We sat at the table with fresh coffee and HOT apple fritters and just moaned!! It started raining real hard so I had time to eat a SECOND one, with more coffee!
An adventurous day, exciting patients, HOT apple fritters, fun neighbors...........life is good :)
Note to Neva: The mothers loved the blankets! In fact, the babies came wrapped in them today :)
This is Marvin and he is looking good. He still has some swelling but is looking good. Well, he is looking great compared to 6 months ago. His mom is doing well and she said she will meet me next Sunday in Chichi for worship.
Sergio still has quite a bit of swelling but looks much better. His parents brought me about 25 pounds of apples! Now that is a one pleased mother!
Pedro Mauricio is also doing well. His dad brought him today since his mom is working in the house. His dad kept talking about what quality of surgery. Don't ya just love pleased parents?
Juan Martin was doing great. People were very complimentary of his parents during the surgical clinic. All of the parents took very good care of their children but Juan's parents had a special touch!
Cristofer as as active as he was at clinic!! He was all over the floor and jumping on the exam table as his mother and grandmother looked in the opposite direction!
All of the children looked great! It has only been two weeks since their surgery and it time, of course, they will look even better. The parents are excited and very thankful.Those that will need to return for a palate repair will be scheduled for early February.While I was seeing the babies, Lisa took care of the ladies that needed paps done. I even squeezed in a plantar fascitis. No need to turn away patients.
After the babies and pap clinic, we had a surgical clinic. Lisa biopsied an area below a ladies eye and then she removed a skin tag on a ladies foot. It was a great day and I loved it!
I went home and started getting caught up on things......laundry, cleaning, just stuff........
Lisa called and said she had made some apple fritters and asked me to come over. Sure!
It was wonderful! We sat at the table with fresh coffee and HOT apple fritters and just moaned!! It started raining real hard so I had time to eat a SECOND one, with more coffee!
An adventurous day, exciting patients, HOT apple fritters, fun neighbors...........life is good :)
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