It is hard to believe that our time at Tenwek is almost done! So the questions begin as to the value and meaning of the experience. There are never easy answers to these questions!
What has been wonderful for me has been the presence of my wife! OK, you already figured that out by her activities as reported on the blog.
What is most concerning has been the prevalence of AIDS and its impact on mothers and children. The good news is that there is treatment that is available.
There is one mother who has had a great impact on both Micki and me. She has been extremely ill with complications of infections that have threatened her life. Her baby has been delivered prematurely and is at risk but progressing in the nursery. I think the only reason that this patient has survived is the care provided by her devoted mother who remains by her bedside. She is a wonderful example of unconditional love!
The big question for us as providers and churches is how will we respond? Can we address the reality of the suffering and death associated with sexually transmitted diseases? Are there other responses that will bring healing?
Pray that the community of healing, churches and healthcare, will find a new dimension to the care that will mirror the unconditional love that we all have received.
Marvin
What has been wonderful for me has been the presence of my wife! OK, you already figured that out by her activities as reported on the blog.
What is most concerning has been the prevalence of AIDS and its impact on mothers and children. The good news is that there is treatment that is available.
There is one mother who has had a great impact on both Micki and me. She has been extremely ill with complications of infections that have threatened her life. Her baby has been delivered prematurely and is at risk but progressing in the nursery. I think the only reason that this patient has survived is the care provided by her devoted mother who remains by her bedside. She is a wonderful example of unconditional love!
The big question for us as providers and churches is how will we respond? Can we address the reality of the suffering and death associated with sexually transmitted diseases? Are there other responses that will bring healing?
Pray that the community of healing, churches and healthcare, will find a new dimension to the care that will mirror the unconditional love that we all have received.
Marvin
mimi is with me right now and says "good week at africa and good pictures and good night to you nana and poppy. hope you come back to me to get a candy necklace." verbatim. we miss you. Penny
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