We are now well into 2010 and progress has been made here. I found an excellent accountant who gave me the most comprehensive information I have received about what I can and can’t do financially, legally and visa-wise with my Romanian non-profit. So helpful!! The learning curve will already be great and I needed someone who would help me to learn along the way and I certainly found one.
Three weeks ago I started seeing patients again at the Petros clinic. One day a week is enough for right now since each patient can take a lot of time – some are very complicated and I get to be their patient advocate helping them put pieces of their medical puzzle together and acting a little like Sherlock Holmes investigating what the best approach would be for them. One patient, in particular, might be having the same surgery I had on my ear on BOTH of his ears and he has had the problem for 40 years! The other option for him will be to research a bone-implanted hearing aid. We will see. The interesting part is – even without advertising the patients the Lord ordains for me to help always seem to find me. My beautiful red business cards have become an advertisement!
While learning how to manage the financial aspects of the non-profit I have also been able to make sure that the audiometer at Petros is protected from the electrical irregularities that exist in the industrial area where Petros is located. This week I had an excellent electrician help me to get a dedicated line put in, as well as getting a stronger voltage regulator. With such good accounting and electrical advisors, it makes my job easier, praise the Lord for that. I am wearing enough hats as it is!
Our International ladies Bible study of about 20 ladies is also enjoying the book of
Ephesians, a powerful book for all of us. Remember the hope we have in Him, the only Hope for the future.PS. Here is a pic or two for you. For more pictures, go to Facebook.
