#21 - The Last Post

#21 - The Last Post

The time has come to put the blog writing on pause for a week.   This morning after packing, visiting Peter the crab guy, and Ron the AQIS officer to quarantine pass a couple gifts for the family , I climbed on board the Westwing island hopper and hopscotched from Saibai to Horn island. I swear the plane was smaller than the one that brought me, but I'm here at the Gateway resort on Horn Island, and feel a sense of relief that the planes get bigger from here on to Brisbane. 

Some special people on Saibai deserve a special mention. The nurses Teresa and Tyson AKA Bison. You made me realize that I still have that passion for clinical practice, you helped me shake my Emergency nurse hat, and wear the noble crown of public and primary health. I had a blast with your patience and patients. 
To the staff of the clinic, Mildred, Baiku, Cecelia, Audrey, Elva and of course Nellie, all who taught me about your culture, language, and ways.  I have been blessed and made so much richer for the effort you made to help me feel welcome in your community.
Tim and Dan and Peter, your company on Friday nights gave me opportunity to party and take light relief... I wish I was there for longer to go fishing and flying with you.

The underpaid , overworked, but relentlessly dedicated teachers at the local school, Cass, Bill, Vanessa,  and Sarah.  You made me feel like part of the school community and forging friendships with you was so special.  Friday night dinners will never be the same.  

Father Ron (my brother) our conversations, and your Sunday messages will remain a highlight of my journey.  One that taught me more about my relationship with people and my faith and my love of nursing, serving people and bridging the gap than any other thing I have done. you a a mighty man.

Finally little Paul. One day you will read this blog when you are old enough or when someone with a computer prints it off for you. When I visited your grand mother this morning, you hobbled out to see me and said I was your best friend in the world. Mate you made my day. You are a brave champion and I look forward to miss Teresa letting me know how you are going. Stay brave good man .

Saibai- yaawaw. 
I'd love to say I'll be back some day... But that is up to Him.
YaaWa