Louise's perspective

Dear Bona-Smiling always and working hard

Out on the town Jennifer after Beer

What an incredible experience. I was told that the people here are fantastic, and this is proving true. On my first night a very kind manager of a hotel that was filled to capacity, took me to the Gorilla Hotel and got me completely organized. Met a couple from Victoria, exchanged info etc, and I later realized that they were the people who wrote "There's a Boat in my Baggage" -or something like that. The first day in the hospital we were graciously welcomed by Perpetua , the Head Nurse of the hospital, and Antoinette who gave us a full tour. Lynn and I organized a talk for 0700 Tuesday for peds, and were totally amazed that the night nurses [after a 14 hour shift]stayed an extra hour and a bit, I don't think that would happen in Canada. We are definitely finding that less is better when it come to presenting information to folks whose first language isn't English.

Last night we had a very unique experience-finding a restaurant on a dirt road in the dark, which Justin had been to once in the dark so didn't exactly know where he was going. It proved to be worth the effort. a large fish, of unknown type, served head and all.The from dinner group consisted of some very entertaing folks, 2 from Germany, 1 from england, Justin and Jean Martin from Quebec, Lynn and Jennifer from halifax and moi from Vancouver. Ruth-our apartment could use some loving care from you.On that note - I was told that the power frequently goes out-i just prepared for how often. Jas your headlamp is awesome, and Carrie & Steve, your backpack is my constant companion.

love Louise

The mornings come early -we're picked up around 6:30-Terry i do miss you bring me coffee in bed!although Lynn does take care of our java needs. This am we presentd an interactive talk to Recover nurses-again I'm impressed that so many attend. lots of work to be done.