Getting ready

 The date is set for my departure April 23. I  want to thank all the folks who have been so generous to contribute to my fundraising  efforts for CMMB.  I am  so grateful and humbled by your support.  I have finished getting my  vaccines and antimalarial medications. I have been gathering teaching and medical  supplies.  Now comes the challenging part,  trying to fit everything into 2 suitcases.

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  1. Peg Gawne-MarkApril 10, 2023 at 4:54 PM

    You can do it! We have faith in you!

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  2. Darlene CarlsonApril 11, 2023 at 1:51 PM

    So excited for you! Blessings on your journey, and thank you for sharing with us here.

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