Itinerary

Just one month and a few days remain of my home assignment! I cannot believe that I have been in the States for over a month! This past month has been filled with reunions, sharing, and re-connections. It has been wonderful to see family and friends face-to-face and enjoy a bowl of Starbucks ice cream and a juicy hamburger! I have been getting back in touch with everyone as well as working on getting treatment for my left arm.

As many of you know, I have had tendonitis in my left elbow for almost 3 years. It is has made playing the violin difficult and inhibited professional activities. Monday July, 13 I went to see a Dr. Bond who practices in Lafayette, Louisiana. He told me that I do not need surgery! When tendonitis became an issue, I didn't rest it which caused my body to try to do quick fixes. My forearm muscles developed knots and became so tight that I couldn't physically relax them (I apologize to the doctors that I cannot explain in a more medical/technical way). The therapy that Dr. Bond prescribed was myo-fascial release massages to release the muscles. In this process, the scar tissue is ripped up and flushed out (hopefully I am drinking enough water :). Praise God that surgery is not necessary! I have been having these massages for about 2 weeks. It has become easier to play the violin but I have still been in pain. Thank you for your prayers on my behalf. I hope that my arm will be feeling better very soon.

I would love to see you if you are in town this summer. I will be in Jackson, Mississippi most of the rest of the month I have here. I will keep this blog updated with my itinerary. As of now, there are many pending dates so I will just put the secure ones below. If you can come I would love to see you there!

July 12th Ruth Circle 6:00 PM Krisan White's house

July 15th Russ community group 6:00 PM Pear Orchard Presbyterian Church

July 31st Pear Orchard Presbyterian Church Evening service 6:00 PM