It is so hard to believe that just 2 months ago, I landed in
the Motherland for the 2nd time in my life. This time, I was blessed
to visit the beautiful region of Eastern Africa, specifically the country of
Uganda. The moment I landed in Kigali, Rwanda and along the 2.5 hour trek to
Kabale, I felt so at home. What happened over the next 2 months is sure to go
down in the memory book of life.
You are already aware that my team and I have been working,
and very hard at that, but I thought it would be great to mention it again :) Interacting with
Ugandans, whether in the health facilities collecting data, or in and around
town making lasting friendships, it is surely an aspect that cannot be matched
and will forever be treasured. Here’s to developed friendships!
It was an honor to coach my first 'football' team, consisting of
“visitors” from America and Mbarara University of Science and Technology
(MUST). The home team truly got a run for their money, and the intensity was
definitely high throughout the duration of the game. Go team, you were great!
We weren’t the only ones in Kabale working though… MUST
students definitely challenged us during our stay to continuously bring
innovative research ideas to the table. We also provided consistent and
reciprocal feedback to one another throughout our projects. At their research presentation, I, along with KIHEFO staff learned a lot
about their project focusing on dental hygiene. I am so very proud of these
guys! They are truly inspiring and will certainly be missed.
So, all things must come to an end, right? Eh… Sure. When
asked what will be missed most about Uganda, definitively, my answer is the
people. Unfortunately, during my stay, saying goodbye to groups of people happened
a bit more frequently than I would like. But when I was reminded to not say
goodbye, and that the appropriate phrase is 'see you later', things seemed a bit
better. I certainly hope to meet these people again!
Until next time… I encourage everyone to make it a priority to travel to the
Motherland. I promise you won’t be disappointed. A HUGE thanks goes to Christian
Brother’s University MHIRT for the opportunity to travel, learn and grow in
such a beautiful place.
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