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Reflections on Micronesia

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Micronesia left quite an impression on me. I think it's one of the great perks of my job, working in the nonprofit sector. Apparently, typhoons are a big deal in Micronesia. Mike Terlaje had tried it and hadn't gotten too much effect from it, but the water used seemed to be the likely cause of a couple of unhappy days following.

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Chuuk, formerly known as Truk

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The state is bankrupt, and the soaring price of fuel has crimped travel in an place where motor boats are the most effective means of transportation. Donna has a good friend, Kathy Mori (not sure of the spelling), who works in the health agency. They've worked together on screening children with vision impairments.