This morning we traveled about an hour, following winding roads which revealed one beautiful vista, valley, and mountain after another. After unloading our trusty school bus, we set up clinic in the community health center of Communidad "La Fundadora."
It is amazing to me, as the newcomer on the trip, how quickly and efficiently the clinic is set up--the pharmacy is stocked and ready, examination rooms prepared, a registration table placed and prepared, a lab readied, the children's craft station stocked and readied, and then final the door opens, intake procedures begin,. and our patients and their families stand in line awaiting their opportunity for medical attention.
It was a very good day, indeed. All who had tickets and then some were seen, Our team worked well-- efficiently, effectively, and with compassion and good humor. Prayers shawls and bibles were handed out, and beanie babies were a huge hit with the toddlers and babies. Our translators were invaluable.
On the bus ride back to Jinotega, we swapped stories of the day. Since we all have jobs that settle us in one particular area. it was good to hear what happened inside the clinic, the pharmacy, the lab for those of us stationed out front all day. We stopped for a coffee and pastry treat at a favorite coffee spot, and then drove home through Jineotega just as a wave of school children, clad in crisp uniforms, walked home from school. It felt familiar and settling to be a part of the everyday buzz of town life.
Tonight we will share a dinner meal with the children here in the home, hold devotions, count pills and pack suitcases in preparation for another clinic day tomorrow. Our team is tired but gratified...
(We have photos, but we are having trouble uploading today.)
I love getting these glimpses into your time...love and prayers to you all!
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