Thursday in Montellano

There were a few surgeries scheduled for today but not many.  Things are winding down!

This is Edison, after a small hole in his palate was worked on.  The mother is so pleased with how Philip has helped him.

Some lucky patients and parents are able to return to their home.  Philip and Jon with Anderson Joel as he was being discharged.

Philip and Jon with Osman during the last round before discharge.  Both sets of parents are so appreciate of the care that they have received.

One more photo with both of the babies.

This is the last photo of Marcos.  His dad came to drive him home.

This is Osman and his mom walking around.  They will return home in the morning.......and they are ready!!

This is Osman and his dad walking around.........waiting for the ride home!

In the evening, we enjoyed dinner together.  The Guatemalan staff take over the unit so the nursing staff is able to enjoy the dinner together and also have a final devotional.

The devotionals have been wonderful this week. I have enjoyed the English singing.

Tonight we had a surprise birthday celebration. Everyone waits to hear what is going on...........

Happy Birthday, Laura!!!  This is for you!!

Laura and her cake. Laura is a nurse and started helping every year since she has been a nursing student.

This is Laura's mom.......it is her first visit and she was a big help!

This is Marta, the newest Guatemalan nurse.  She was a recipient of the Bennie / McDonald Nursing Scholarship Program. Here, she is with Nancy Benny.  What an exciting time it was for her to meet the person that helped her achieve her dreams, of being a nurse.  She was very tearful but wanted Nancy to know that the tears were due to joy and thankfulness.

If you are interested in donating to any of the Health Talent Programs, please let us know.  Through your gifts, someone will be able to continue their education and give back to their country.

This is Sandra and her sister, Linda.  Linda has been down for several years and it is always good to see her!

This is John, Brenda, Doyle and Tiffany. I think this is John's third trip down.  Brenda and Doyle have been down several times.  This is Tiffany's first time but I do not think that it will be her last :)

Freda and Bob finishing dinner.  Freda has been down a few times and this is Bob's first time.  Freda is a nurse and worked the recovery area.  Bob worked in the sterilization room and was a big help!  I also think that he will return :)

Wow, has the week really passed that quickly?? Some things never change.......Montellano is always hot and the week passes quickly.  The patients are so appreciate and working with them is a true blessing.  We pray that the patients saw Christ in our actions and care.  We pray that because of this week that they are closer to Him.