January 21, 2013

Day Five

By jon

Today we went back to work after a nice, relaxing weekend off... We were able to help another 1026 people receive the gift of sight today.  We actually got done with clinic rather early and many spent an extra couple of hours at the pool before heading to the hotel convention center for our silent auction.  Each clinic holds a silent auction, where everyone on the team brings items from their hometowns and we bid on them.  Its a fun way to raise money for OneSight.  We actually had pizza delivered from Udon Thani (3 hours away) and had french frieds and popcorn!   Everyone had a blast! 

Shelley South Africa :)

Back to Clinic today, giving the gift of sight to another thousand people, smiles and surprised faces seeing properly for the first time.  It's so amazing how a simple "Thank you" can mean so much.  The silent auction was a bit crazy myself and Shannon had a pen down for a stuffed animal, she doesnt know I'm following her to her room and stealing it, She won the bid :(  Another awesome and rewarding day has passed.

Jackie Culp USA:

Another amazing day! the Thai people are so warm and friendly!! And the student volunteers ROCK!!!!! Looking forward to going back tomorrow ~ To my team back in the States... Have a SUPER SPARKLY day! ~ Jackie

 

 

 

3 Comments

  1. Fred Barias says:

    Great Job Team Thailand 2013! Reading about your experiences with the people of Thailand reminds me of the amazing opportunity I had to attend a OneSight clinic to Mexico in 2008. The experience was very rewarding and the people were so grateful that we were there. Remember to enjoy every moment because in a few days what will remain are the memories you all are creating on this trip. Enjoy!

    Posted on Mon Jan 21, 2013 11:13 am EST

  2. Fred Barias says:

    Oh, the clinic to Mexico in 2008 was made possible by the inviation of Jon Beaton! Thank you for an opportunity of a lifetime and for the great memories Jon! :)

    Posted on Mon Jan 21, 2013 11:14 am EST

  3. Anne Britton says:

    I can’t believe I have to wait till October to experience this amazing opportunity again :-( Thanks for all your hard work!

    Posted on Mon Jan 21, 2013 6:04 pm EST

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