Don Jose turns 81

My morning started at 5 am when I got up to go with Kelly to the airport to see her off back to the states...I am really sad to see her leave but so thankful for her time here. I have so much respect for her and think she is an amazing girl! We are going to miss her smile and cheerful spirit!

After the airport, Dale dropped me off on the Pan Americana and I flagged down a taxi to go pick up Don Jose at his house out at the edge of Wichanzao. Unfortunately they recently put new (loose) sand on top of the old (sand!) road so we couldn't get to the house. I had to get out and walk to his house, get him and walk back to the taxi. Thankfully the taxista waited for us (although I am sure it was only because I promised him 4 extra soles). We got to the Hospital and met Patty who had been waiting since 6am or so in line for a ticket. We were still number 11! But as usual we went in first. Lets just say the urologist has mentioned...several times..that he wants to marry me. I don't have any idea where that came from!...Anyway after a few more lines to reserve and pay for appointments and pick up some path reports we were back on our way out to the Clinic where the staff was preparing a small surprise party for Don Jose. This is the 3rd time in his life that he can remember celebrating his birthday!