Preparing for the Next Adventure

Since returning to Kansas City, I've been hard at work. Upon arriving home, my parents helped me unpack my massive amount of fish and luggage in order to turn around and start packing for Honduras. I was really thankful to have them with me when I got home. My dad fixed the fridge door and sprayed for weeds while my mom and I unpacked and did laundry. It made the transition back a lot less stressful. I went to dinner at The Blue Moose with some close friends that night. We enjoyed some good food and drinks and good company as well. Though I do have to say that after being back, I miss Alaskan beer and am currently trying to figure out how to get it to Missouri.

The past five days I've been working at Bruce Smith as usual, and I have to say I really missed the people. It's been great to see friends during this time before I leave again. It would have been nice to be able to go to church this past Sunday, but work has monopolized my time this weekend. Have to make the money to pay the bills... especially for my adventurous lifestyle this summer. But I'm thankful to have the next few days off to relax and organize everything for the two week trip. I've been experimenting some halibut recipes so far, but I'm really holding off on a lot of cooking until August. Sunday night I made beer battered halibut (minus the beer) from a box mix and it turned out pretty good. I've determined lemon is key and a good tartar sauce will pair well with the halibut. I'm also really excited to try some homemade recipes that I've received from people.

In order to prepare for Honduras, we've been watching recorded lecture videos about Global Health and then writing research reflective papers. When I completed my last one yesterday, it made me realize how close I am to leaving again. Tomorrow we have a meeting with the group to brush up on our pharmacy treatment plans  and physical exam skills that we will be using while in the clinics. We will then have our pre-departure packing party on Saturday where we will load all the medications and supplies into our extra luggage. I'm attempting to only pack a carry-on for the two weeks in order to make more space and weight available for the supplies. Don't worry, updates to follow on how that process goes since I'm a chronic over-packer.