BUGS!

Ahhhh!  Carter you have something on your head!   Check out that beetle!  Okay that isn't where we found it but Carter was a good sport about pretending.  He could seriously do some damage with the pincers he has!
There are many bugs in PNG some like this and some of the smaller more invisible kind that are ultimately more scary.  Right now one of those microscopic pests is a little to close for comfort.  In just the last week cholera has been found in the Western Province and is now in the two towns either side of us.
What does this mean for us?  It requires that we get serious about hygiene.  Washing hands, not sharing water bottles and food....  The hospital is also getting ready should treatment become a requirement here in Rumginae.  Jay also has lots to think of and a responsibility when transferring people from place to place, that he is not spreading it.
One thing I know, a lot of bleach is going to be consumed to help keep the bugs at bay and we pray that this little pest that can cause a monstrous problem will be contained and flushed out quickly. (sorry no pun intended)
Mel for the Marshes