Today was a day of “to be continued” work. Our many jobs are underway, and will continue tomorrow.
Painting and door/window casing continued at the Daniels’ home. Next door, where a 10-person UMC group (also staying at St. Paul’s) is working, our electrician John was eagerly put to work. And Eugene treated us all to donuts, still hot from the cooking, and absolutely yummy!
Carol Savery-Frederick – Is the sheetrock sanding never done?!
Miss Mildred, the home owner, pitches in!
Walls, windows and floor joists were the continuing theme at Mildred’s home. How does Rudy fit his six-foot-something frame under there?! Mel very kindly warned him to beware of snakes; how thoughtful!
Walls, windows and floor joists were the continuing theme at Mildred’s home. How does Rudy fit his six-foot-something frame under there?! Mel very kindly warned him to beware of snakes; how thoughtful!
Yes, Mel is at work – Is that measure once, cut twice, or measure twice, cut once…
Rudy Maurer with his hydraulic assist.
Rudy (aka Muddy, the largest of the now 8 dwarfs) emerges from installing much needed joists – a happy man!
Rudy (aka Muddy, the largest of the now 8 dwarfs) emerges from installing much needed joists – a happy man!The “support” crews worked hard, though out of sight. Cassandra labored in the kitchen yet again, providing delicious food (I remember the saying ‘the Army moves on its stomach’ – it’s true for us too!). This entails planning, shopping (which requires coordination to have a vehicle), all the prep work, and then the deadline of three meals a day plus two coffee breaks. We ALL cheer for the cooks!
Laurel Swan – making our hot coffee breaks possible
Dick Carlson, Dorrie Easton & Mel Kawakami – Making the most of a SUNNY day.
The big, blue van got new tires, eliminating the shimmy that made Paul think he had Parkinson’s. We’re back in business, able to transport everyone easily.
Beth Nelson & Miss Juanita, exhausted, but very pleased with the new purchases
Beth and Laurel took Juanita shopping for the window blinds and fans/light fixtures she needs, kindness of a SUMC donor who sent a special gift. It was strenuous for Juanita, but she was just delighted. We hauled all the ‘loot’ back to her house, where we hope all of it will get installed tomorrow.
Beth Nelson & Miss Juanita, exhausted, but very pleased with the new purchases
Beth and Laurel took Juanita shopping for the window blinds and fans/light fixtures she needs, kindness of a SUMC donor who sent a special gift. It was strenuous for Juanita, but she was just delighted. We hauled all the ‘loot’ back to her house, where we hope all of it will get installed tomorrow.
Paul Collen, Co-Team Leader & Mike Swan, Crew Chief
Planning for the future takes time too. Our team leaders (and gofers extraordinaire), Peter and Paul, spend their days planning for the next two days’ needs, and buying (or custom ordering) the items the working crews need. No, they are NOT playing at the casinos! Got to keep all those volunteer hands busy… Today they found, bought and brought the sliding closet doors for the Daniels’ home, as well as all the miscellaneous supplies and tools that on-going projects need. By the end of the day they were conferring with crew chiefs to work out what we can accomplish before we leave, so they can be sure to have all the supplies on hand. A large picture window will replace the two small windows in the front bedroom at the Daniels’, and a tiny sink will be needed for their back bathroom – both custom orders. We only have a day and a half of working time left (Sunday is a day of rest, when we will join Rev. Moses at each of the two services he preaches, and Monday is just a half day of work).
And finally for today, kudos to Paul, who hikes to Java Joe’s carrying his laptop, so we can get our news out to the blog (they have a hot spot, with wireless access). Pictures come from Ted, Carol, Laurel, Pete and Mel; Laurel and Carol do the composing, and then Paul makes time in his already busy day to upload it all. We are truly blessed with the many and varied talents of our team! A big thank you to those who have left messages: it’s so encouraging to know we are in your minds and hearts. We are ALL grateful for your prayers.
And finally for today, kudos to Paul, who hikes to Java Joe’s carrying his laptop, so we can get our news out to the blog (they have a hot spot, with wireless access). Pictures come from Ted, Carol, Laurel, Pete and Mel; Laurel and Carol do the composing, and then Paul makes time in his already busy day to upload it all. We are truly blessed with the many and varied talents of our team! A big thank you to those who have left messages: it’s so encouraging to know we are in your minds and hearts. We are ALL grateful for your prayers.
Laurel and Carol, Journalists
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