In the villages

Yesterday I think I finally got over jet lag- thank goodness.  It's been really nice to actually talk to people in the evening without feeling (and probably looking) like a zombie.  Last night I spent more than 2 hours playing ping pong with several guys here at the hospital.  Unlike last year, the hours of practice paid off- I didn't make a fool of myself :D.

This morning I went with workers from the Anugrah project here at Herbertpur Hospital.  The Anugrah project helps disabled children by giving them mental & physical therapy.  Since disabled children unfortunately are often neglected, the project gives them a second chance by teaching basic life skills such as how to cook and how to clean a floor. 

Working on motor skills in the hospital training center

Disabled children in a village training center

A girl who has received physical therapy and her family 

Overall, the last few days have been quite enjoyable.  Everyone here is very welcoming and kind, and that combined with some rest has made it easy to adjust and really feel productive/useful.