We were able to work until about 10:00ish without rain, and then it began to pour. It rained off and on all day, but it did not stop us from some major progress. It did stay humid all day, however, which was hard on some of us.
One group finished painting and caulking, installed insulation, finished some drywall work, and built some handrails. They also moved some serious scaffolding for more work tomorrow.
Lori, Bronwyn, and Angie wrote a song about their experience (to the tune of "favorite things"):
T-squares and drywall and screws and high ladders
stopping for nothing except for full bladders
filling and cutting and measuring stuff
coughing and sputtering as dust fills our lungs
as the rain falls and the dust flies and we're having fun
we put in one more screw no the closet is done
only three more to go...
oh no!
The other group began together, finishing some painting and siding. Once it started to rain, though, the painting had to end. At this time Kara, Karalee, both Allisons, and Callahan were moved to a different house (one neighbouring to the MDS site) to remove some fencing and stain some wood. The rest of the crew stayed and sided through the rain, COMPLETING the rest of the house! All that is left is caulking and another round of paint. This crew also got to meet the owner of the house, Mary Ann, and her little daughter -- a definite highlight. They will be joining us for dinner tomorrow.
In the evening we had a delish turkey dinner and then went for a tour of Pass Christian, seeing some of the sights and also some of the destruction that happened as a result of Katrina.
Tomorrow we are going for lunch at the Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church - something they do on Wednesdays for any volunteers in town. It should be a real treat for us.
Stay tuned!
We are now relaxing for about another hour
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2 comments:
Hi Laura and your RJC buds,
Where are you? Make sure you jump in front of the next camera at your work site. I hope your Baptist Church experience is as moving as last year. You guys are doing amazing service work. Our hearts are warmed as read about the difference you're making in people's lives. Enjoy the rest of your week. We're envious in a good way of your day at the beach. "Ice fishing season is officially over here."
Love always,
Dad and Betty
Hello Colton,
Even though we ahave been texting a lot it is still nice to leave you a message this way as well. You also must be hiding from the cameras. I know that you are siding some place! Keep up the great job. Sounds like all is going well. Enjoy the rest of the trip. Big hello to Taylor.1st day of April brought some sunshine,!
Love Mom &Dad,& family
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