Posts from 2015
Day 7 – Sunday –Thank You!
Retalhuleu, Guatemala
Sunday was our day off. Taking a day of rest was good for all of us. As we enjoyed the amenities of the Hostel at which we were staying, the peacock put on a magnificent show. AMAZING LOCAL SUPPORT This Read More »
Day 6 – Fourth Day of Surgery – Keeping the Wheels Turning
Retalhuleu, Guatemala
This morning we were greeted with another volcanic “burp.” Behind the medical staff are non-medical volunteers who provide support roles: Mission Director – Tom Fox, Real Estate Broker, Pleasanton, C... Read More »
Day 5 – Third Day of Surgery –Pre-Op & Rounds
Retalhuleu, Guatemala
This morning we paused at the bus to enjoy the sights and sounds of a Guatemala dawn. ROUNDS Before starting surgery in the morning, the surgeons check on their patients from the day before and give inst... Read More »
Day 4 – 2nd Day of Surgery – After Surgery
Retalhuleu, Guatemala
There are two volcanoes overlooking Retalhuleu, as we looked out the window during morning rounds, we noticed that the smaller volcano had erupted. Actually, the “eruption” was more akin to a ... Read More »
El Hefe
Retalhuleu, Guatemala
The big boss “El Jefe” Head Nurse Kim Capps, RN from Longmont, CO, is the ultimate coordinator among the doctors, nurses and non-medical volunteers – she keeps us all hopping and moving towards the g... Read More »
Day 3 – First Day of Surgery
Retalhuleu, Guatemala
Today was the day that lives started to change. Again an early wakeup for many of us before dawn to catch a bit of WIFI in one location at the Hostel to catch up with friends and family and assure Read More »
Day 2 – Open for Business
Retalhuleu, Guatemala
Day 2 started bright and early with 6:15 a.m. breakfast then onto the bus promptly at 7:00 a.m. and to the Hospital. We were off the bus and ready to get to work. The gravity of the need and the Read More »
Day 1: The Journey Begins
Retalhuleu, Guatemala
The day started actually last night, with the volunteers gathering at San Francisco Airport beginning around 8:30 p.m.. Renewing those bonds with friends from other missions. Telling stories. Catching up. ... Read More »
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Caltech Women’s Clu...
Pasadena, California
Pictured Above: Marilyn Diaz (middle), seated just like Einstein, in the library with fellow CHATs at the Mt. Wilson Observatory Special thanks author/interviewer Gloria Mullendore and the Caltech Women&#... Read More »
Cebu City Day 10 – ...
Cebu City, Philippines
The final day of our Rotaplast Mission is the culmination of the incredible dedication and work by our team over the last nine days, with 69 children receiving new smiles and changed lives! On this day o... Read More »