Jamaican Jellies of Gratitude

Yesterday was another awesome day. We saw patients at Brainard, in a church. The chiropractors shared the alter with 'Dr. Eyes', as we've called the willing servant with is who is a farmer back home, and our patient data entry specialist, or the Canadian graduate student studying history, as he's known back home. It was a tight squeeze for the entire clinic, and it was LOUD in that church. I'm actually a little hoarse today from talking so loudly all day long with my patients. No problem!

We were much busier and stayed longer at the clinic than on previous days, and it was a joy. We had many repeat patients from the year before who were requesting to see either Dr. Kent or I specifically, because that is who they saw last year. There were even people who presented to the clinic just for chiropractic, not to see the medical doctors or dentists at all. That is really rewarding to see, as it means that we've had enough consistency here that they're learning what chiropractic is and it's value. Maybe we have a budding Jamaican practice on our hands! Applied Chiropractic of Jamaica?

Often we have patients through the entire clinic who want to give us fruits from their farms as an expression of their gratitude, which is such a lovely gesture. Yesterday, I had a gentleman on my table who when we were finished told me, "I still need to see Dr. Eyes, but if I can do that quickly, I will have enough time to go to gather a couple dozen Jellies for you." Jellies are young coconuts which you slice the top off of and drink the coconut water inside. So, I interceded to scoot him to the front of the 'Dr. Eyes' line, and on our trip home, as our bus was rolling down the hill, we found this gentleman with his wife and child holding so many coconuts for us! They just sat their patiently waiting for us to drive by so that they could share them with us. And we appreciated the treat!

Today we are finished with clinics and begin reflecting on what has been accomplished this week. We'll do that while enjoying the beauty of Jamaica at Dunn's River Falls. I'm excited to share some gorgeous photos with you!