Today was a celebration day! First is for my health being restored (almost over cold number two) and second for the gift of sight.

Cataract removal is one of the services that is offered by Mercy Ships. The restoration of sight is a major cause for celebration. Approximately 150 patients each week participate in a “Celebrate Sight” event. I attended this morning and joined in the singing, a bit of dancing - not too much - no need to worry folks, and heart felt praise to our God for giving sight back to so many here in Togo.

In addition to the surgeries performed while we are here - more will be performed even after we have left. This is a result of a new training program onboard. African ophthalmologists receive training in the specialized procedure to remove the very dense cataracts that are common in Africa. The hope and healing will continue on!