Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Arrival back to the states......

Well - we all made it safe and sound - a total of 23 hours from waking to arriving back in Morgantown ! It was a long but safe day - we had to race around JFK to get through customs and immigration and move all our luggage around, but we managed and made the flight. My body is still on Ghana time - I woke up early and didn't sleep too well, but hopefully that will fade quickly. We worked hard, shared stories, witnessed miracles and death like never before. We saw people that are so thankful for their lives, their families and for us who came to help and provide medical care. We have been touched by this experience - I'm certain all of us will have a wide gammot of emotions over the ensuing weeks - emotions that we will carry forward and will change the way we practice here in the U.S. I do believe we have been changed by this experience - we have grown and been shaped by all that we have seen and been witness to. To Becky, Mary Ann, Kavara and Tracey who graduate in a few more weeks - you all did awesome ! Sarah and I are proud of all your hardwork and dedication over the past 3 weeks. We wish you well in your future endeavors - reflect on what you have done, who you have touched, and what you have witnessed often......it's now apart of you and who you are and has only strengthened you as a physician and person. I will try and post a few more pics soon as we wrap up this blog from Ghana....and the Baptist Medical Centre.

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