Returning with Matoch to Sudan

Tomorrow morning we (Dennis, a new midwife and I) will be heading back to Sudan with Matoch. Suzy and the kids will be staying here until after the elections. We took Matoch to see the doctor today and he was cleared to go home. He'll need to return to the clinic daily for two weeks to change his bandage, but other than that he is all set for now. The doctor recommends he comes back in a year or so to have another surgery. This will be for cosmetic purposes. He needs his nose fixed and scar worked on. Matoch seems really excited to go home. I'm excited to see the reunion with his family who I am sure will be at the airstrip.

Nyangeu remains stable. We took her to get a CT scan today and are waiting to see what the doctors will do next. She has a skull fracture that may need surgery. Since the surgery is risky, they may opt to leave it as is since she seems to be doing ok. Other than a considerable about of swelling in her face, she seems to be doing well.

I'll keep you updated on both situations when I can. The internet has been inconsistent in Sudan so I am not sure when I'll be able to check email or blog next. Hopefully soon!