I can’t find the right words to express how I felt about my first medical mission mission in Haiti. All I know is that they had given me more than what I was able to offer. The kids are so grateful even with a simple hug, touch of a hand, or simply by just playing with them. They love taking pictures and I love their smiles. The things we take for granted are everything to them. I fell in love. The people in Haiti are soo thankful to whatever we could offer no matter how little it may be and I’m very thankful for them for showing me how big their hearts are. Thank you for taking a big piece of my heart. I’ll be back soon.

It’s hard to find words to describe such a wonderful mission. It is hard to summarize all that you see and do and the people you meet and help. All you can do is appreciate it in the end. Appreciate the smiles from the patients and the sincere gratitude that they feel towards you for taking the time to help them. Appreciate the smile in a little child as you try and help them feel better. After all, if you can make one sick patient feel like they mattered even for a moment, or if you can make one sick child smile, it makes all the long days and travel to get there worth it.

I can’t believe my time here in Kenya is over! This week has been incredibly life changing. I got to provide medical care for over 1000 people. The people here are nothing but kind and grateful. They truly made my time here amazing. I’ve made so many new friends from all over the U.S. and Kenya. If you’re interested in a medical mission mission, I HIGHLY suggest going with International Medical Relief. I’m already planning my next mission with the team. Kenya you have a piece of my heart and I can’t wait to come back!