We saw 172 patients today, and countless eyeglass clients. In this second clinic day, it was almost uncanny how well the team worked together, both among the K2K team and with our Kenyan partners. We experienced much good humor and excellent again today.

The clinic received a very important visit today from a Member of Parliament (MP) and her entourage. They visited each of the clinic areas, and the maternity area of the local clinic also. We took and printed lots of photos for them. They discussed care and policy with our team leaders, and expressed appreciation for the work of the whole team. And everywhere, politicians like to kiss babies!

We treated an older woman, Ruth, with a serious lung malady. Dr. David wrote a prescription for spiritual care and referred her to me. (The first time I’ve received a prescription 🙂 ) I sat on the floor next to her chair and we began to try to speak together. Her English was not really any stronger than my Swahili, but we bonded instantly. She had the most beautiful and wise face. We prayed together, she indicated that she was worried, we prayed again, and then I started singing softly for her and held her hands. We both started weeping and continued in prayer together. God’s love is our common language. She allowed me to hug her and she offered me a kiss of blessing. An unforgettable moment.

A special thanks to our leadership team, Pat Parker, Diane Kruger, and Steve Segebrecht. Their varied and extensive gifts are so helpful in every new situation. For every challenge we encounter, they are unfailingly creative and positive.