I am sure all of you have had issues with your computer. We have a satellite connection for email use at our medical base in Indonesia. It has periodic problems with connection but they usually get worked out. Recently the software and modems had to be changed. This is not a simple fix. You cannot just run to the Comp USA store and get what you need. There are no computer geeks with the needed parts just laying around. The problem had to diagnose then the parts had to be shipped. It was about three weeks in the process. We are now up and running.
I had a major attack on my computer on Saturday. I shut it down and called my computer savior. He stated it was a bad one and he would even have to chance my computer's anti-virus protection. He told me even the most popular anti-virus protection have holes. That was not good news. It is shocking to me that there are malicious people who just love harming other peoples property. I am now in the waiting mood to get the word on my computer. We do depend on these devices. I do remember when the checker at the grocery store had to punch the price of each item by hand. I guess I have computer issues.
Monday, July 27, 2009
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Good News
I got a call from someone representing the Fuji T.V. Network of Japan. She was working on a proposed program which would include a testimony from Yulce. Yulce is the girl who came to the U.S. from Indonesia following her tragic burn. She received help from Dr. Peter Grossman and was transformed by the 12 surgeries in one year. She has a bright future and will be a story of hope for anyone who gets to hear about her life. Fuji wants to focus on positive programing. Yulce agreed to an interview and the production team has completed the interview.
Last week I was contacted by a magazine in the U.K. They told me that Yulce's documentary will be aired in the U.K. soon. They wanted to highlight the story of Yulce in their magazine before it aired on a U.K. network. The editor also wanted to promote positive stories.
There is so much bad news these days. It is heartwarming to have something on the air that is filled with goodness. I pray that her story will give hope to someone in Japan or the U.K. There might be someone who is ready to give up. The life of Yulce has gone all over the world to touch millions of people with the hope filled story telling everyone--do not give up. That is a greatly needed message in these days--that is good news.
Last week I was contacted by a magazine in the U.K. They told me that Yulce's documentary will be aired in the U.K. soon. They wanted to highlight the story of Yulce in their magazine before it aired on a U.K. network. The editor also wanted to promote positive stories.
There is so much bad news these days. It is heartwarming to have something on the air that is filled with goodness. I pray that her story will give hope to someone in Japan or the U.K. There might be someone who is ready to give up. The life of Yulce has gone all over the world to touch millions of people with the hope filled story telling everyone--do not give up. That is a greatly needed message in these days--that is good news.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Measles
We are in the middle of malaria season and now an outbreak of measles. Several of the children on our base now have measles.
Peter Scarborough wrote," Viktor had malaria before the measles, so he is pretty thin. His spots have come out and he is now fine. They start to get better once the spots come out. In our house, Lestari, Leigh, Theresa, Ami and Merna all have fevers so we expect spots to appear soon. The fevers are high and the kids miserable. It has started in the Children's Home with Moses being one of them."
Viktor is a sweet little boy. He suffered a lot in his infancy. He seems to catch everything but is a fighter. These kids are in good hands. They will be cared for and loved through the fevers and discomfort. It is still tough to watch them face the results of the measles and malaria.
Peter Scarborough wrote," Viktor had malaria before the measles, so he is pretty thin. His spots have come out and he is now fine. They start to get better once the spots come out. In our house, Lestari, Leigh, Theresa, Ami and Merna all have fevers so we expect spots to appear soon. The fevers are high and the kids miserable. It has started in the Children's Home with Moses being one of them."
Viktor is a sweet little boy. He suffered a lot in his infancy. He seems to catch everything but is a fighter. These kids are in good hands. They will be cared for and loved through the fevers and discomfort. It is still tough to watch them face the results of the measles and malaria.
Friday, July 3, 2009
Skills Needed
Peter Scarborough just send this request for skilled volunteers.
"We are currently building a staff accommodation unit and would welcome any tradesmen/women to work alongside our national so that we can quickly complete the building. Single staff are currently sharing bedrooms with up to 8 to a room. It is difficult for these staff to get adequate rest and personal space in this situation.
We would welcome anyone with the following skills:
"We are currently building a staff accommodation unit and would welcome any tradesmen/women to work alongside our national so that we can quickly complete the building. Single staff are currently sharing bedrooms with up to 8 to a room. It is difficult for these staff to get adequate rest and personal space in this situation.
We would welcome anyone with the following skills:
July--September: Bricklayers, Carpenters (doors, window shutters, door and window frames), Cement workers (rendering internal walls), Plumbers.
September: Bathroom tilers, floor tilers
October:Carpenters (install 3 ply ceilings), Electricians, Painters
If you would like to volunteer your services for a few weeks or a month please contact us."
This is a greatly needed facility. It will have a men's wing and a woman's wing. This will meet the growing need for housing. The staff have been amazing and have been very flexible with the living conditions. The accommodations will make it less crowded and much better for staff.
This is a greatly needed facility. It will have a men's wing and a woman's wing. This will meet the growing need for housing. The staff have been amazing and have been very flexible with the living conditions. The accommodations will make it less crowded and much better for staff.
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