Friday, June 5, 2009
Lima--Friday night
Made it to Lima and all through security, etc...waiting to board plane which looks like may be a little bit late, but too bad, maybe.
Friday, on the way home...I think....
We are at the airport in Cajamarca waiting for the plane...it's just landed so we should be loading soon and on our way to Lima and in plenty of time for the flight home tonight. All things are go as far as we know.
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Thursday
Kim : This week here in Peru has changed my life. The people have been so kind and gracious. My heart has been touched and will never be the same. They have done more for me than I could ever hope to do for them. I have been humbled and at times ashamed because truthfully I have nothing to complain about. I am so thankful for this experience and all it has brought to my life. I am confident the people of Peru will see me again.
Glenna-We had clinic again at the University Nacional de Cajamarca. As compared to yesterday, there weren’t as many crisis cases. At least 2 we saw yesterday may not have lived to see today – a 1 yr. old and an 80 yr. old. We do what we can with what we have and these people are grateful just that we have tried to help. It makes me thankful to be an American and thankful for all that we are privileged to have.
Carla today we had our fifth clinic of the week ( I think!) and saw a different (gente) or group of people than in the smaller city ( further )up in the mountains-- interesting- I have yet to see a smoker- on the streets
The work is difficult in the mind set that one has to remember that these people seek medical care very rarely- and one needs to make benefit with even short term meds and life style changes. It was refreshing when a nursing student at the university asked me what she could do for her malady other than medications-- I told her that was a very intelligent question.
NaeNae--We've had a wonderful trip...no serious illnesses for our travelers and I think everyone has been blessed by the experience. We've worked hard and have seen over 1,500 people including medical, dental, and eyeglasses. We handed out all the New Testaments we had and people were asking for more. The reading glasses were a big hit today and over 600 pairs were given out the past 2 days. Had had a great time but ready to come home and see my babies...tell Allie, Penny and Annie I'm missing them too and will see you soon!
Glenna-We had clinic again at the University Nacional de Cajamarca. As compared to yesterday, there weren’t as many crisis cases. At least 2 we saw yesterday may not have lived to see today – a 1 yr. old and an 80 yr. old. We do what we can with what we have and these people are grateful just that we have tried to help. It makes me thankful to be an American and thankful for all that we are privileged to have.
Carla today we had our fifth clinic of the week ( I think!) and saw a different (gente) or group of people than in the smaller city ( further )up in the mountains-- interesting- I have yet to see a smoker- on the streets
The work is difficult in the mind set that one has to remember that these people seek medical care very rarely- and one needs to make benefit with even short term meds and life style changes. It was refreshing when a nursing student at the university asked me what she could do for her malady other than medications-- I told her that was a very intelligent question.
NaeNae--We've had a wonderful trip...no serious illnesses for our travelers and I think everyone has been blessed by the experience. We've worked hard and have seen over 1,500 people including medical, dental, and eyeglasses. We handed out all the New Testaments we had and people were asking for more. The reading glasses were a big hit today and over 600 pairs were given out the past 2 days. Had had a great time but ready to come home and see my babies...tell Allie, Penny and Annie I'm missing them too and will see you soon!
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Wed. June 3, 2009
Laura—The mission trip has been quite an experience! We have only have 2 more days left, but in the past few I have seen so many amazing things. The people in Peru are so grateful for the littlest things…things we take for granted. There are faces I’ll never forget…and sites that are indescribable. All together it’s been an amazing experience that I wouldn’t trade for anything.
Douglas-hi mom love u &miss u having a good time
Rick – It’s a privilege to minister in Peru in Jesus name! The people of Cajamarca, Chancay, and Yanacancha, have been very gracious. I believe the Spirit of God is using this trip to bring a lot of people closer to Christ.
Landon – Words can’t describe all that has happened this week. From aiding in clinics to playing with the children, every moment has been amazing. Tomorrow the youth will split up and go to the markets to buy food and later deliver it to needy families. In the states we hear the prayer, “Give us this day our daily bread…,” however for us it isn’t an earnest prayer. Here in Peru, The Lord’s Prayer is reality. The things I have seen this week have truly touched my life, and I am now more aware of the problems we have in this world. Today we traveled to a village called Yanacancha, a beautiful area high in the mountains; sadly it was one of the poorest places I’ve yet to see. It was a very isolated village; however, seven or more Baptist establishments in the area, and the people thanked God for our visit. I don’t know how I will ever explain all this to my church, there is so much. I am very grateful for this experience and hope those at home will see what an impact Miracle Village International has made in the lives of the Peruvians. I think my blog is a little long. Hopefully Bro. Jackson gives me a Sunday to tell all of this haha..
Darla—today we traveled to a village high in the mountains-we visited a school that had 130 children
They were precious. There are 7 Baptist churches in this area . Fifteen years ago no person had a bible or knew of Jesus. This mission has been blessed and we have blessed to be involved.
Douglas-hi mom love u &miss u having a good time
Rick – It’s a privilege to minister in Peru in Jesus name! The people of Cajamarca, Chancay, and Yanacancha, have been very gracious. I believe the Spirit of God is using this trip to bring a lot of people closer to Christ.
Landon – Words can’t describe all that has happened this week. From aiding in clinics to playing with the children, every moment has been amazing. Tomorrow the youth will split up and go to the markets to buy food and later deliver it to needy families. In the states we hear the prayer, “Give us this day our daily bread…,” however for us it isn’t an earnest prayer. Here in Peru, The Lord’s Prayer is reality. The things I have seen this week have truly touched my life, and I am now more aware of the problems we have in this world. Today we traveled to a village called Yanacancha, a beautiful area high in the mountains; sadly it was one of the poorest places I’ve yet to see. It was a very isolated village; however, seven or more Baptist establishments in the area, and the people thanked God for our visit. I don’t know how I will ever explain all this to my church, there is so much. I am very grateful for this experience and hope those at home will see what an impact Miracle Village International has made in the lives of the Peruvians. I think my blog is a little long. Hopefully Bro. Jackson gives me a Sunday to tell all of this haha..
Darla—today we traveled to a village high in the mountains-we visited a school that had 130 children
They were precious. There are 7 Baptist churches in this area . Fifteen years ago no person had a bible or knew of Jesus. This mission has been blessed and we have blessed to be involved.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Tuesday
We are back from Chancay after a grand farewell party, including delicious Inca Cola and gifts of local pottery for everyone, plus some fun entertainment by the local youth joined by a few brave gringos. Everyone is glad to be back "home" at Villa Milagro where showers and clean water are plentiful. All are well and expecting a full day tomorrow with the youth and some adults heading to Yanacancha over the Continental Divide and the medical team working at the local university by special invitation.
Monday, June 1, 2009
Monday in Chancay from Shelby & Nae
We were greeted in Chancay with many warm welcomes yesterday. We were awakened not by rooster but by David Miller's mouth along with that of Brad Wheelis and Doyne Robertson retelling stories of long ago....when David was a child...we would have fussed but the stories remain funny. The youth started off going to a local school, while the others worked in the clinic. Over 350 patients were seen. It was a very productive day and we have had a lot of help from the local Peruvians. We have clinic again tomorrow and we will arrive back to Villa Milagro tomorrow afternoon. We are staying in a very nice, private home, however, 46 people fill it up quickly. Expecting a very busy day tomorrow so we must get in bed!
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