Humanitarian Mission
A few weeks ago I participated in a humanitarian mission. We went to a few different villages and handed out school supplies. I also asked the adults if any of the children were sick.
I saw about a half dozen kids for things from earaches to rashes and gave out as much over-the-counter medicine as I could. I also gave the kids tooth paste and toothbrushes.
The people that we visited were very grateful for the supplies and medicine. In return we were treated to fresh ice-cold goat's milk and a few watermelons. It was a great experience and I'll be involved in more of these excursions in the future.
I saw about a half dozen kids for things from earaches to rashes and gave out as much over-the-counter medicine as I could. I also gave the kids tooth paste and toothbrushes.
The people that we visited were very grateful for the supplies and medicine. In return we were treated to fresh ice-cold goat's milk and a few watermelons. It was a great experience and I'll be involved in more of these excursions in the future.
posted by Chris | 9:49 AM
11 Comments:
We all know how much you love your milk, but how was the goats milk? Any good?
~kaitlyn
ps- did you get my letter?
Kaitlyn:
This goat's milk is sour. I would imagine its an acquired taste. I haven't received your letter yet. When did you send it?
Chris
Chris,
I got warm fuzzies seeing the pictures of you helping the local children! That must have felt good. What are the common complaints/illnesses of the Iraqis? Children in particular?
Love you! ~Julia
Hi! Thanks for posting those pictures! It makes it easier having you over there when I know you get to do things that are more meaningful. You look great in the pictures, can't wait to see you for real in August. Can we send you things to give to the kids? How often will you get to do that now? Love you! Heather
Hey Chris, it was cool to see those pics and hear from you via your blog again. Take it easy.
Andy
Julia:
The complaints run the gammut. I've heard everything from simple aches and pains to a situation that occured yesterday in which a guy handed me a slip of paper from a hospital that gave his sperm count. He knew that it was low, felt that he should share that with me, and asked if there was anything he could do to raise it. Apparently he and his wife, who had been married for 14 years, had never been able to have children. Its hard for me though, because people want to see me for things like this and the problems that I can treat are actually very limited.
Heather:
Thank you. I can't wait to come home in August. Things that the kids always ask for are watches, sunglasses, and pens and pencils. I'll be going out fairly regularly. A few times a month, perhaps. I've already gone twice this week (but thats atypical).
Chris-
Good to see the pictures... Looks like a fun mission...
Aaron
Hey- Glad to hear that you are getting a break in some of the monotony over there. I hope the places you are going to are relatively safe. Ya- I know- worry wart, Mom.
Love you
God bless
WWM (add that to your military acronyms.)
Chris~
I am glad that you are able to break out you daily routine at the camp. It's nice to see you in your humanitarian role. As I look at you in these pictures, your sincere concern is evident. The parents of these children must be very thankful for any medical assistance that you are able to provide. I am very proud you Chris!
Love you Bud! Dad <"\\><
Chris, I thought of you often today as we celebrated the 4th. It made me appreciate you and what you are doing even more. I loved the recent pictures. Keep up the good work, we are all proud of you!! Glen
Chris
That's cool that you help the children over there with tier schooling. Looks like your having a good time over there.
Rob
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