I come from a long line of wanderers so it is not strange that I go to South Sudan - Now called The Republic of South Sudan - to work at Memorial Christian Hospital. I have been doing this since 2008. The hospital is located in the bush near the village of Werkok. It is northeast of Bor, if you look on a map. People walk, sometimes for days, to get medical care. Dr. Ajak is the Dr. Boss-man. He arrived a week after I did in 2008 and has graciously stayed, keeping the place open and allowing me to continue to visit and work.

Memorial Christian Hospital & Compound

Memorial Christian Hospital & Compound
I will be returning to South Sudan next month, October, 2011. I am very excited to be on my way back to the land I so love. I miss the people and hardly a day goes by that I don't think of my colleagues and friends. And, as I said in the past, I come from a long line of wanderers and the call to get back wandering is very strong!

I have recently added pictures to my blog. Please go to the beginning of the blog and read forward to see the work that is being done. This puts faces on all the people I have written about. Learn about Gabriel and his family, Dr. Ajak's work and all the Mamas. I will begin writing again as I prepare to go next month. I hope you join me on this adventure.

Friday, February 4, 2011

Now That Was Easy

I am in Nairobi at Mayfield House.  The drive to Detroit was uneventful except for that strange thing in the sky making it hard to see.  Oh, that is Sunshine.  I could hardly remember it.  All flights went very smoothly including getting through customs in record time.  I was met by Samuel who drove me to Mayfield.  I know him from being here other years.  It is always nice to see a familiar face.

I am tired.  Received word that Aaron will fly here on Sunday.  We will then leave on Monday for Werkok.  I am happy to be off the plane.  It is 2:00 your time.  But I don't know what day and if it is 2am or 2pm.  Slightly confused.  Nothing a good nights sleep won't cure.

All is well and peaceful.

C
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3 comments:

  1. BitsFebruary 4, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    You don't know what day it is? You sound like Jason!! Remember when he and I were both at the Phish show and Jason didn't know what country or time zone he was in? I love you!

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  2. SueDFebruary 4, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    Glad you arrived safely & w/ minimal hassles.Enjoy your adventure. Be safe.

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  3. David BartzFebruary 5, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    Our little time traveler. ;) oxox

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