Hi Erika, Your pictures and their stories are very moving and inspirational. I would love to contact you. I am a Physician/Surgeon in the U.S. with a background in Environmental Science Managment. Skeletal Fluorosis of the lower extremity has been my interest for some time. I would love to expand on this topic and, eventually, get the opportunity to visit Eastern Africa. Do you have any insight/suggestions? Would love to connect with yo in the near future. Feel free to email me at: [email protected]

Hi Erica,

I loved reading your story today. Doing a blog when you are in the midst of a life experience is quite a commitment so it is no wonder you found it a challenge. Every word you wrote though meant a lot to us who were reading. It sounds as if there will be lots to do before you leave and having a friend and your mom to visit will be such a pleasure.

Thanks so much for sharing all your experiences with us.. I want to hear the details when you come home.

Love Sylvia

HI Erica,

thanks for sending the message to St Andrew's yesterday. Andrew read it for us and you certainly offered a challenge and put us to some serious reflecting. I think we are a bit overwhelmed with your initiative and activities.
I am going to give the council time at the regular meeting to talk about one of your suggestions a the end of your message. Thanks for bringing us into your world