Week One of Clinic Closes

We ended the week on a high note today after seeing over 1,600 people for a grand total of 6,000. Our partners at Vision Outreach International also completed 60 surgeries over two days. We're a little tired, a little slap happy, and a lot excited about our two free days when we'll get to see more of Honduras including the Copan Mayan ruins and the beach!

But before we depart for the weekend, we wanted to share a few stories and a few photos for our friends at home. First a few from our awesome Italian team -- Candido Benvegnu, Fabrizio Redigonda, Silvano Da Roit, and Mossimo Benna. Candido and Silvano (pictured above) made friends with the woman who makes us very strong cafe in the morning. It's forte e nero!

After spending time in autorefracting, chabellas and IMS, Fabrizio dispensed his very first pair of glasses today, making it a very special moment for a 2-year-old girl who had a +2.50 Rx.

Kate Michaux (Eagan, Minnesota) was a rock star in dispense today and gave five-year-old Alison her very first pair of glases. Good thing, because Alison had a fairly hefty Rx.

And Sherry Peake (Knoxville, TN) and Yoana Castellanos (Los Angeles, CA) provided clear vision for 5-year-old Blanca who was a plus-7 in each eye. Her father, pictured here, was awfully proud that his daughter could now see him as well as he has always been able to see her.

A few shout outs to people at home:

Jorge Thomas (Mcallen, TX) sends his love to all of his friends and family.

Craig Alter, Randy Smith, Amy Purcell, and Roseanne Nietupski say hello to everyone at the home office and in their hometown.

Happy Friday and we'll share more stories on Monday!