Saturday, August 24 The early morning, as I said, was interrupted by frequent texts regarding the diabetic patient.  I had looked forward...

Friday, August 24 It was a hard day.  To call it anything else would be a lie.  It started as a chilly morning with many of the students...

Thursday, August 22 The day started with morning report and I may just be optimistic, but I think I was able to understand quite a bit of...

Today is Wednesday the 21st.  I haven’t been recording the date and realize now that at the end of this adventure it may be difficult to...

Do you now how much time you spend boiling water in Africa? A lot! We are lucky to have some filtered water but any used for cooking or...

Before I begin, I feel like I must give a big thank you to my sweet friend Stephanie.  She is an Infectious Disease doctor and my very...

Although my work week was just one day, I did feel ready for the weekend.  The system by which the hospital is run is hard to understand...

I know all first days are rough.  This one was a doozie. For those of my tender hearted friends this may be one to skip. The good part...

I am giving a warning today to those following along on the blog.  It is Sunday and the first time I have really had the chance to sit...

Everyone hates goodbyes. However, after a week of goodbyes, I find myself a little emotionally drained but so incredibly blessed. You...

I found myself especially overwhelmed with “feels” today. I tend to be one that doesn’t have mascara on by the end of the day with my...

We just finished Vacation Bible School at Beech Street. It was incredible! This year the missions offering was to support PB+J. This...

So, the packing has started. That may seem nuts as it is still several weeks until I leave. However, I am trying to condense 3 months of...

I have written 2 small posts and already I am anxious about the critical eyes that may be perusing them. So, let me just go ahead and...

I have gotten an invitation to go and serve at Nkhoma Hospital in Malawi. I personally had to google it to figure out where in the world...

I have gone on medical mission trips for many years. Typically, these have been done with little discussion with my friends, church, or...