We woke up this morning sore from the previous day's efforts but ready to start work on the building. To boost our spirits further we had fresh local bananas and passion fruit with our breakfast. After breakfast, I conquered my fear of public speaking by presenting the morning's Devotions and then it was off to work. The only minor setback was getting my fingers super glued together while helping Katie mend her sunglasses. On the plus side, the super glue provided a nice barrier against the mortar and rocks so I had no need for work gloves.
Slowly but steadily, we managed to complete the first layer of the wall by noon. After lunch and lunchtime chores, Kim and Lisa handed out “sweeties”(candy) to the kids. Their shrieks and cries of excitement could be heard from outside the building!
Although we didn't get a rain break today, some of the group took the opportunity to play soccer with the kids while Adam orchestrated the pouring of the last of the concrete for the foundation/floor slab. Despite re-applying adequate amounts of sunblock, nearly all of us were sunburned (of course Ron, who didn't apply any sunblock, only bronzed.) We were blessed with dark clouds and a slight drizzle in the late afternoon as we finished a large portion of the second layer of rock on the wall.
We didn't have enough energy this evening to present our “highs and lows” of the day, but enjoyed a lively dinner conversation with Jeff, Carla, Sean and Meredith followed by Devotions presented by Lisa. A shower and walk outside to see the star was the perfect way to relax before bedtime.
Lindsay
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