by Staff | Jun 11, 2013 | General Information
Today was filled with many firsts: our first day of surgery on this mission, the first time I wear scrubs for something other than painting and cleaning, the first time I get to see my husband perform surgery, and the first day I arrive early to get on the bus. You...
by Staff | Jun 10, 2013 | General Information
As you know already (because you have been reading every single one of these blogs, right?), we have arrived in El Salvador and to the crux of this mission. Let the real blogging begin! I’ve already told you how important it is to be on time here. You will get left...
by Staff | Jun 9, 2013 | General Information
Ray’s parents arrived from North Carolina yesterday. I’m so happy they will be taking care of Jackson. It’s guilt-free childcare. A win-win for everyone. Thanks, Babi and Pa! The morning was frantic. OMG! Where is my passport?! I can’t find my sunglasses! Where are...
by Staff | Jun 7, 2013 | General Information
About a month ago, 44 volunteers gathered for a pre-trip meeting at the Austin Smiles office. The room was full and buzzing with excitement that day. Forty four people of all ages and stages preparing for the Austin Smiles 41st Humanitarian Mission to El...
by Staff | Jun 6, 2013 | General Information, Medical Mission Trips
Austin, Texas This is my first humanitarian mission—and my first time writing a blog. The fine people at Austin Smiles have entrusted me with their blog space to chronicle the mission experience from a novice’s point of view. At first I struggled with the idea of...
