November 4, 1980 – Episode 17
Teardrop In this episode Joan assists with a premature infant and we learn why there are so many C-Sections in the community. We also learn the importance of typhoid shots (a little late). Harry writes about a an unfortunate incident on the compound and 40 years ago...
November 1, 1980 – Episode 16
Halloween Abroad In this episode Harry writes home and describes how Ya Marie spends a day making palm oil in addition to helping the boys create a costume for Halloween. He also describes the funeral for the Principals relative and the family begins to care for a...
October 27, 1980 – Episode 15
Best Weekend The Thornhills have an exciting weekend up country. The boys cross into another country and get to meet the Vice President of Sierra Leone. We also get the a back-story of souvenir placemats. Ferry Across River Weaver - Placemats Weaver Weaver...
October 21, 1980 – Episode 14
Three Kings Harry describes how people dress on a Muslim holy day and Mary Jean visits. Three Kings Dancing Devils
October 18, 1980 – Episode 13
Emergency Transportation Harry becomes an ambulance driver to assist a pregnant mother. Mary Jean Football Game
October 13, 1980 – Episode 12
Pop-Up Clinic Joan writes home about assisting at a rural clinic. She also attempts to make Italian food in Africa. Clinic Cooking Cooking
October 12, 1980 – Episode 11
Free Rein The kids can now explore on their own. Marks Girlfriend Market Tutoring Tutoring Cloth
October 7, 1980 – Episode 10
Home Zoo The Thornhills pick up a couple of unique animals and begin to explore more of Kamakwie. Harry is challenged by the teaching schedule and Joan heads to a remote clinic. Clinic Clinic Family Pet
October 1, 1980 – Episode 9
What is your favorite sport? Harry writes home about school, getting sick and a village celebration. Father Vincent Father Vincent on family trip Kamakwie Market Kamakwie Clinic Town Pavailion & Lorry
September 26, 1980 – Episode 8
Lost Electricity Joan and Harry talk about their cook Ya Marie and Joan discusses helping out in the hospital. Ya Marie Preparing Palm Oil Counting Pills Clinic School School Hanging out