Today was one of the longest and most rewarding days. We went to an outpost that was way way out a holler (as we West Virginians night say). Having never done clinic here before, we didn’t really know what to expect. Were we going to be bombarded by people begging for medicine? Would it be complete chaos? We had no idea what we were in for, but it couldn’t have gone any better. As most clinics are set up, we had a folding table set up for each “exam room” under a tree. If you work in the medical field and you’re reading this, it’s probably giving you anxiety reading about this, but it actually went faster and more efficiently than you could imagine.
The people of this small, poor village were so patient and understanding. We ended up seeing 85 patients in four hours. Regardless of how hot the sun was, everyone worked their hardest to help these people become healthier.
The children that were out there just hanging around were some of the happiest kids I’ve ever seen. Their smiles were so big every time we took their picture or just went over to hold their hands. Finding a happiness like this is what everyone should strive for. To be as innocent and content as a child is. To not be blinded by the world. And I think this is how God wants us to be. When we put all of our faith in Him, our lives will fall into place. I thank God everyday for the life he has blessed me with and the strength I have been given to get through each day with the excitement of a child.
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