The Difference A Pair Can Make

Hey folks, Doug here; I wrote most of the blog from the Honduras mission and I have the opportunity to help out at this Camp Pendleton Clinic for a few days. It's been fun to see old faces and to meet the awesome team from Oakley. I am so privileged to be associated even for a few days with these incredible people. We had some outstanding volunteers today that donated their time to help others.



Two young kids come to mind that came through the clinic today; this little fellow pictured above was the cutest little guy. Not a first time wearer of glasses, you could see how his expression would change when his glasses were off and he couldn't see. The confused look and the creases in his brows that would instantly appear. A look of contentment would appear when his vision was restored. Is there anything better than that?

Another amazing story was about a toddler born with cataracts. This type of eye disease usually affects the eldery, but in this case the affliction was hereditary. The procedure for removing these in an older person is very simple, but for a 20 month old, it is not that simple. She will have to wait for several years before she is able to have this surgery. We have undertaken the task of having 2 pairs of glasses made for her because of the severity of her condition. The amazing thing is how she has accepted her glasses and how she can function as a happy normal little kid. Having these two kids lead normal happy lives is supposed to happen isn't??? I know anybody asked would absolutely without thinking answer yes. That is why we are here, helping kids be kids!