Saturday 18 June 2016

what does "o pa tima" mean?

"O pa tima" means "see me shine" in one of the local languages in Maputo, Mozambique. I want to see the moms and babies in Mozambique, specifically in Maputo, thrive and live life well. I want to see them shine with life.

Friday 17 June 2016

introductions

Hi!

I'm excited that you have come here to my blog. I am planning to volunteer in Mozambique at a children's centre close to the capital city, Maputo. This centre is home to around 250 vulnerable children and orphans. They have come here for one of the following reasons - an abusive home situation, complex medical needs that are beyond what their parent/grandparent can manage, or the parent/grandparent has medical needs that prevent them from caring for the children adequately. They come to us for temporary emergency housing until an alternative safe living arrangement can be made.

I volunteered there last year (February 2015-January 2016) where my role was to provide health care to the children. I worked alongside local Mozambican nurses and fellow missionaries caring for children with a wide range of health issues. Simple complaints such as eye/ear infections to complex life threatening illnesses such as HIV and TB.

I also had fun moments of playing with the children and celebrating them on their birthdays and national children's day. I was priviledged to be witness to a few of the babies' first birthdays. It was a joy to be able to celebrate with them.

I will be returning in October 2016 and will be staying for a minimum of 2 years. I will be providing health care services again and will also be looking to start a nutrition program for moms and babies who are malnourished.

I will be keeping this space updated with my adventures. I would love for you to follow along!

Feel free to comment below or ask a question. I am happy to answer.