So in order to get some more "zzzz's" before we traveled we all made the journey to the Twin Cities to stay at a hotel. Our shuttle left at 3:25 this morning.
We had smooth travels today. We had no trouble getting through customs. Mayo gave us 12 enormous bags to take with us which are loaded with supplies. None of us know what exactly is in them yet.
Upon leaving the airport, we were introduced to a sea of gentlemen vying to help us with our luggage. We were advised to try to hang on to our luggage carts. There seemed to be some aggression between the two sets of groups "helping" us. They were speaking and shouting so quickly in creole...I have no idea what they were saying. It was so fascinating to watch.
The drive from the airport gave us our first look at the city. There are beautiful mountains in the background. The scenes from the road are heartbreaking. Shacks line the side of the road. The roads themselves are in poor shape.
We took a brief tour of the hospital area including the cholera section. I have finally seen a cholera cot in person! These patients look so sick & emaciated. If they have family members, they feed them and keep the flies away.
We came back and had a lovely dinner. We have figured out the scheduling. Since I am the only PA, I get to work the busiest shift which will likely be during the day.
More to come tomorrow. I have wrestled with this mosquito net for the past 20 minutes....hopefully it will keep me protected.
Until tomorrow....
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