Today was the first day we really had time off in Malawi and we all took advantage of it. For me, it was a good chance to let the past two weeks really sink in. The experience has already pushed me past my comfort zone more times than I can count, so I can’t say it’s been all too easy. I am both excited and nervous for what the next few weeks have in store for us. We plan to start helping out the Blantyre team with the ongoing bubble CPAP study by traveling to some Northern district hospitals. Also we are brainstorming ideas on how to possibly improve the current dosing system, inaccurate measuring cups, for oral morphine at St. Gabriel’s hospital.

 

Sister Justa and Sister Isabelle escorted us to Namitete trading center. We bought lots of fresh vegetables and fruits! Sister Isabelle lead the way.

 

This here is Sister Justa Charity Kanama. She is turning out to be a solid friend.

 

Saw this at a trading station, Obama is very popular in Africa.

 

This is Zimbo, one of Mr. Grey’s many dogs. He’s the biggest of them all and always tries to give me hugs. Tomorrow the Grey’s open their restaurant right by the guest house. I volunteered to be a waiter/helper for the big day and I can’t wait to try some of their food.

 

This afternoon I took a canoe out by the guest house to spend a little time on the water.

 

 

“That’s what you do here. You eat, sleep, work, and….oh yes, pray!”  – Sister Justa