Just a pic I found of Rainy season......
Well it’s been a week since any updates as it has been busy.
The other day we were notified of a possible mine accident in one of our distant villages. Three of the injured were brought to our village hospital and one person had died on the scene. I heard it was men and not children this time. I went to the local hospital with the UNPOL to do an investigation. Once all of the formalities were complete and we had our information I spoke with the head doctor and nurse about the various wards the hospital had.
It turns out they have several wards which have a few patients in each. During rainy season they get quite full. The next day I returned to the hospital with a box of toys I had received from my cousin Tammy and a few other people. This included stickers for the walls (no windows in south Sudan). The Dr and RN were quite happy to accept the toys for their children’s ward. I was given a tour of the hospital. The children’s ward had approx 5 kids in it. All were infant and toddlers. Some had surgery and were recuperating.
The other day we were notified of a possible mine accident in one of our distant villages. Three of the injured were brought to our village hospital and one person had died on the scene. I heard it was men and not children this time. I went to the local hospital with the UNPOL to do an investigation. Once all of the formalities were complete and we had our information I spoke with the head doctor and nurse about the various wards the hospital had.
It turns out they have several wards which have a few patients in each. During rainy season they get quite full. The next day I returned to the hospital with a box of toys I had received from my cousin Tammy and a few other people. This included stickers for the walls (no windows in south Sudan). The Dr and RN were quite happy to accept the toys for their children’s ward. I was given a tour of the hospital. The children’s ward had approx 5 kids in it. All were infant and toddlers. Some had surgery and were recuperating.
I was also able to get a look at the local ambulance. They only have one and guess what?! It was built by a Canadian company!! They only have basic supplies and the driver normally grabs the Dr or RN if they are avail and then they head off to where ever the call came from. 99% of all patients make their own way to the hospital. The ambulance doesn’t more to often. It will also provide transport to patients that need to be moved to Damazin 3 hours away.
I also received 3 more gold bags the other day. I think my team mates are starting to get jealous. I now feel that with my holidays and time left at the site I do officially have enough food!! LOL I will always accept “Nestea Ice Tea” mix… As it is my favorite.
I received a weird call the other day from Canada House. They had a box from the Norwegian Consulate marked MIKE. It was opened. There were some wrapped gifts and a soccer ball. They figured it might be mine as there are only two Canadian MIKE’s and it had a soccer ball! Sure enough it was for me. Thanks Marry-Ann and I am not sure if that meant the package made it to Norwich or what happened. Thanks for the DVD’s as well!!
So.. just a note PLEASE do not send any more KRAFT DINNER….LOL I am now the owner of 18 boxes!! The funny part is that we only got milk in town last week and it may be gone by next week…LOL And like I said… I don’t think I will need any more real food… Mom supplied LOADS!! I think I am well stocked for the rest of the tour.
I can’t wait for the new bottle openers that my cousin Lorelei was able to get for us. I am still working on the improvements for our bar. Next painting may occur tomorrow as it is a holiday here called CPA Day. This day marks the 5th year of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement between North and South Sudan which ended the 21 year war and is the reason I am here today. I am the duty officer tomorrow which means I am in uniform and have the overall watch of the camp.
I received another batch of Christmas cards and letters from various Canadians and from Captain Ken Perry’s school and the class he teaches. I spent yesterday answering many of the letters and cards.
I even received a Mats Sundin mini Jersey and hockey card from Matthew who is one of Ken’s students.
I have two patrols this week including a Long Range patrol. I am also being assigned to meet with one of our local military force commanders who is not really a nice man. We will see how that goes.
I am looking forward to my trip away next week. I leave the team site on the 17th Jan to conduct some business in Damazin and then Khartoum.
Take care. Mike
I also received 3 more gold bags the other day. I think my team mates are starting to get jealous. I now feel that with my holidays and time left at the site I do officially have enough food!! LOL I will always accept “Nestea Ice Tea” mix… As it is my favorite.
I received a weird call the other day from Canada House. They had a box from the Norwegian Consulate marked MIKE. It was opened. There were some wrapped gifts and a soccer ball. They figured it might be mine as there are only two Canadian MIKE’s and it had a soccer ball! Sure enough it was for me. Thanks Marry-Ann and I am not sure if that meant the package made it to Norwich or what happened. Thanks for the DVD’s as well!!
So.. just a note PLEASE do not send any more KRAFT DINNER….LOL I am now the owner of 18 boxes!! The funny part is that we only got milk in town last week and it may be gone by next week…LOL And like I said… I don’t think I will need any more real food… Mom supplied LOADS!! I think I am well stocked for the rest of the tour.
I can’t wait for the new bottle openers that my cousin Lorelei was able to get for us. I am still working on the improvements for our bar. Next painting may occur tomorrow as it is a holiday here called CPA Day. This day marks the 5th year of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement between North and South Sudan which ended the 21 year war and is the reason I am here today. I am the duty officer tomorrow which means I am in uniform and have the overall watch of the camp.
I received another batch of Christmas cards and letters from various Canadians and from Captain Ken Perry’s school and the class he teaches. I spent yesterday answering many of the letters and cards.
I even received a Mats Sundin mini Jersey and hockey card from Matthew who is one of Ken’s students.
I have two patrols this week including a Long Range patrol. I am also being assigned to meet with one of our local military force commanders who is not really a nice man. We will see how that goes.
I am looking forward to my trip away next week. I leave the team site on the 17th Jan to conduct some business in Damazin and then Khartoum.
Take care. Mike
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