Many of you know how bad Jackson was when got him. Due to his Kwashiorkor, he had severe kidney problems. We now must take him to the Dominican Republic every 4 to 6 weeks for his checkup. Yesterday, when we arrived, he had a blood test. The doctor here is Dr. Basura. Jessse Ostrander flies into the D.R. to accompany Jackson. Today, he has “six appointments” in one day! When he goes, his dialysis machine goes with him, along with his dialysis medicine, a lot of special milk liquid, bags of the dialysis medication, and one of our RN’s. Jackson is on a special diet, and he cannot deviate. It is a full-time job keeping up with everything he needs, but with Jesse, Dr. Barthelemy, Phanise, and Jovanie (his two main nurses), we got it!

Without the help of some of our partners, and without the help of Jesse Ostrander and all those involved, Jackson would not be alive today! We are still believing in a miracle for him!!! We also want to thank Philemond, the best and safest driver in Haiti, for all the trips he makes back and forth to the D.R.

The first time I saw him, I thought, “Lord, this child is going to die anyway. We will never be able to afford the care, the huge expense, and what it takes to save him.” I’m glad God doesn’t throw “anything or anyone” away!! I am humbled by His complete love.

Sherry