From Adrian Tripp, volunteer

This is the third time I have been to Ayacucho, and I feel that I get more out of each week every time I come down here.

This is my first year going to Quinua.. This has to be one of my most memorable experiences yet. The drive up to the town was beautiful, and the people there were so humble and appreciative of the help the mission provided. On our way back to Ayacucho, our bus managed to stop (not without some negotiations and some back-tracking) at the "Salvador"- a giant statue of Christ in the middle of a mountain. We all braved the climb and got a magnificent 360 view.

The great thing about the PAMS mission is that every little job contributes significantly to the greater cause. As much as I feel and see the positive changes in the lives of the patients, what we learn - about ourselves, about another culture, about medicine, and about humanity- is as much a reward as the smiles, thanks, handshakes, and blessings from our patients.