Trying very hard to feel optimistic right now, but it is a little difficult when I have not yet begun to do what I came to Liberia to do.
I am awaiting the arrival of the Doctor in charge of the program.
It is my understanding that I will spend about a week with him, learn the nutrition program, and take it over until a full time Nutritionist is hired (maybe in a month or so).
Right now, however, I am sitting in the office all day (the office is also my house) working on nutritional databases and reference material for the staff.
I was only asked to do part of it right now, but I took on more based on my time availability and the quality of their current references and resources.
Since I am here and I have time, might as well re-vamp!
Sorry I do not have something more exciting to report.
Here is a pic of my beautiful staff and my current work environment. The people are very sweet and are always re-assuring me that they are here if I need anything.
One more thing…. I met an American couple the other day (via this blog) and they are having me over for dinner tonight. That will be a nice break. On Sunday I met them and they drove me all around the area and introduced me to some other expats. Good people! Grateful for the western community out here- makes things feel a little more like home.
Hope all is well!
Love,
Nicole
Hi NIcole,
ReplyDeleteSorry to read about all the difficulties, delays, and frustrations there. It's no surprise that you are facing obstacles and wondering if you should be there at all. I think it's all part of the enemy's strategy to get you down and keep you down. The enemy doesn't like it when you are distributing nets, praying with people, and helping them in other ways.
Aunt Judy and I are praying for you as you wait upon God about what you should do next.
Uncle Bob