Hurricane Season

Honduras was hit pretty hard with Hurricane Mitch back in 1998, killing over 6,000 people. Though none have hit here recently, the strength of Katrina, and the possibility of Rita is taking its toll. Gas prices hit over four dollars, causing an increase in basic food items. The trucks carrying people down the mountains increased from 16 Lempiras to 20 Lempiras ($1.10). And of course, there was a drastic change in the amount of financial support for our clinic. Last I talked about finances; only six hundred of the six thousand dollars needed to support the clinic had come in. This is the first time ever the clinic may not be able to make pay roll. I have always marveled at the power of our country and how much we support others.