We got an early start in the dental clinic on Friday and, by the end of the day,Barry had treated 23 patients. Most of these had restorations and there were a few extractions. At the end of the day he did two pulpotomies on a 9 year old girl. As we were putting everything away and tying down all the equipment ( to prepare for moving the clinic) her mother brought us a treat. She brought coffee which was served in small cups. It was really good but very different from our coffee. Very strong with a spice that I could not identify. She also brought about 10 small snacks. These had something in the middle that we were told was meat, with a bread type layer wrapped around the meat layer, with a crispy fried outer layer. Really good!!
The two gentlemen in the picture had helped in controlling the boys who surrounded the van. The one on the left had dental problems that were so severe that Barry could not help him due to lack of the needed equipment.
As I type this, it is Saturday morning. We have today and tomorrow off, so we are going to Jerash today with some people from the hospital. Tomorrow Susan is taking us to Mt Nebo and the surrounding sites.
Thank you so much for keeping us posted on what you are doing there. It sounds like you've been a great blessing! I hope you enjoy your time off. Don't worry, you're not missing any warm weather at home :)
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to catch up with you in person over a coffee!
Love you both!
Lori
I love the postings...glad to hear you're staying warm! Also glad you're able to hook up with Susan...enjoy...she's a great lady. So, we will absolutely have to do coffee when you get home...went cross-country skiing today - it's cold here too!!!
ReplyDeleteJust want you to know that Matt and I really respect that you are using your unique gifts to bless people in such a practical way. You could easily be sitting back and enjoying 'the good years', but you are choosing to invest your lives in a far more eternal way. You are great examples for us to follow!
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