Buenos Noches Familias y Amigos! It is approximately 9 o'clock our time and we wanted to let everyone know that after a long day of early morning travel and multiple flights, we are safe in The Dominican Republic. Although we encountered some bumps here are there, our team of 19 was able to successfully get through customs with our numerous bags of medical supplies. Fortunately, our contact here was waiting for us with open arms, making the process much easier over all - a blessing we are all truly grateful for.
We are currently gathered together in the common area of the hotel counting out vitamins for Jubee Boca Chica - our first clinic which we will be putting together tomorrow. We will be working out of a house that was originally built to serve as a summer home but was never completed... (We aren't too sure of it's exact set up so there will be more on that tomorrow) Likewise, our game plan for tomorrow is still not set in stone, but not to worry, because God has it all planned out :)
On top of our safe travel, our accommodations have turned out wonderful. We are staying at the Playa Esmeralda Beach Resort right smack dab on the beautiful beaches of the Island. It is all inclusive hotel providing all you can eat food for breakfast and dinner and unlimited amounts of bottled water.
After dinner we met with Kenneth and Valerie, the local missionaries, and got our briefing for the week. It was a comforting time for the whole team to come together emotionally, getting excited for the busy week ahead and the incredible opportunity to spread the word of God to the natives of the island.
Blessing to all! -Sarah Jane Ramos and Dianne Swisher
We are praying for you all! Hope you have a great day! Monnie
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