Clinic went well today for both teams. Don’t know the offical count for team #1 but they saw around 350 patients. Team #2 had 759 patients. Whew! Almost reached the record high. Surgery went well also and I forgot to ask about the electricity but am assuming it stayed on today.

The big surprise for today was having the pleasure of meeting Jerry Lanier, the American Ambassador to Uganda. Along with two other gentlemen, Brian and David, with USAID. I believe it stands for USA International Development. They work with economic development and agriculture. Brian’s father is a retired trauma surgeon and does mission work. A special day for all.

Jerry Lanier spoke with the team and they will all have to share with you later about their conversations. I would not be able to write it all.

I wonder what other surprises may be in store for the team. They didn’t get to meet the president of Uganda but he was at the same hotel as them. What a trip it has been already.

The team said they wanted to write on the bog that Jim needed a haircut. Don’t know what is going on but it sounds like they are having some fun.

Some of the team members have been able to read the comments you all have left. I know they appreciate the prayers. I also appreciate the comments. Continue to pray for the team as the first week is almost over. Can’t believe they have been gone almost a week. Seems longer.

When I write the blog I think of all the family and friends that may be readying this blog. I hope you are all doing well.

Until the next post…………Betsy

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