¡Hola! ¿Cómo están? Yesterday (Wednesday) morning, we went through our regular routine of breakfast and prayer, and then went to Damien House. It was Mrs. Kathleen's birthday, so Sr. Annie had all the patients waiting for us at the entrance. When we got in, they all started singing about five different songs to wish her happy birthday.
After being serenaded, we went to put the finishing touches on the clothing drive and then brought the women in. By the time they had picked out all their clothes, none of us could see over the piles in their arms.
Once we were done enjoying leftover pizza, we talked with Nicholas and Soraya. Nicholas was a doctor who first started visiting Damien House 17 years ago, when he was 18 years old. It was encouraging to see that Damien House has still been on his mind all these years. Soraya, on the other hand, knew Damien House pretty well. Her husband had Hansen's disease for about 7 years before he was cured. It was touching to hear her story about her life and the struggles that her family went through.
The rest of the day was spent visiting with the patients. Casey and I were taught how to crochet and make bracelets from Ester. We enjoyed watching everyone make their crafts. Sonya was showing us how she makes her rings and Trinidad was trying her hand at crocheting.
We enjoyed an Italian home-cooked meal from Sr. Annie and cake and ice cream for dessert for Mrs. Kathleen's birthday. ¡Chau!
-Cassandra (Casey) y Blanca (Carolyn)
I am praying for all you who have made the commitment to make a difference in the lives of others. May the rest of your trip be blessed, and rewarding for the mind, body and spirit. Princess Caroline you are truly amazing! I luv ya!!!!! See ya soon.
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