Today was a sad day. The little boy who had burns on at least 75% of
his body died today. Celestine and I were on our way into the room when
we were told the news. The nurse was in the process of wrapping the
body in the sheets to carry him to the mortuary. The mother had been
ushered out of the room because she was inconsolable. The mother of the
other boy was also crying uncontrollably. I'm sure she is very fearful
that her little boy will suffer the same fate.
I knew
the little boy's prognosis was not good, but it doesn't make death any
easier. Life is so fragile, especially in Africa. I understand why
religion is such a huge part of their lives here. What else do they
have to explain the pain, suffering, and death? I know children in the
US also have horrible things happen to them, but it is a daily thing
here. I knew situations like this would occur, but it does not make it
any easier.
Please tell your loved ones they are loved! Life can change in the blink of an eye!
I will try and have a more uplifting post tomorrow. I just find it hard to change subjects so this is all I will post today.
Love, Kari
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