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Wednesday, May 27, 2009

hello from kratie

Greetings again from Kratie, Cambodia. I have so many things to say, and so little time, and I also don't want to bore anyone by writing things that interest only me.. so let's see how quickly and effectively I can write this blog.
My team (6 of my new best friends) flew home on Friday night, so I'm the only whitey here now. I stayed the Bible college for a few days, but all the students went home Saturday morning because they were very ill. I was also very ill for 1 week. I spent 3 entire days in bed, and was finally taken to the hospital. For $43, I consulted a doctor, had my blood tested twice, had my urine and a stool sample tested, and was given a week supply of 3 prescription medicines. 1 week later, I am feeling much much better.
Yesterday evening I arrived in Kratie with Pastor Vandy and missionary Tess. I am staying at Tess' house, and taking showers with a bucket and rain water, and learning how to sneak under a mosquito net without letting the bugs in, and also how to hide my food from the rats. Aside from this, I love Kratie very very much. I have many friends here. I'm not too sure on my schedule, but I know that I will be tutoring a handful of graduating seniors, and preparing them for graduation exams and then for scholarships. I will also teach 2 English classes in the evening.
On Friday afternoon, Tess and I will go by taxi 2 hours to ...

3 comments:

Keetha Broyles said...

Oh, way to leave us hanging!!!! You know how to make us keep coming, don't'cha???

Megan said...

Sorry to hear that you've been sick. Glad that you are feeling better now - especially for so little amount. You're doing a great work over there; keep your spirits high - God can see them and I'm sure that he's smiling really big for you! :D I can't wait to hear the end of your story too!

Much prayers and God bless!

Loren said...

Jewelle! I'm glad that you are feeling better :) I love you! Praise God in all that you do :)