The floor is complete and we had just enough cement to finish it. We also covered the frame with chicken wire to keep the unfriendly critters out. The chickens themselves will go it pre-built cages that will be installed tomorrow and the hope is that the chickens we purchased will be ready to take up residence before we leave the worksite.
It has been a week of fun and a lot of hard work, but seeing the project come together has been quite satisfying.
After dinner tonight we went and visited the orphanage again. It was good to see the kids again and a bit sad because it might be the last time we see them this trip. We drew pictures, played games, and I think I saw some dancing happening. They are really great kids and I wish more could be done for them. While their place in Haiti is much better than others, no child should have to live without the constant love of a parent.
As the week winds down it is also important to remember and thanks those local workers with whom none of this would have happened. We had two primary workers Alex and Victo (short for Victory). Alex managed the framing and roof while Victo managed the block work. Victo, in particular was a non-stop working machine. So much so that his back started to hurt today form mixing and lifting all the cement and concrete. In the pictures Alex is in the blue shirt, Victo is in the red, and the third helper was Tally, who was with us just today.
Thanks guys, couldn't have done it with out you.
The Lord has truly provided all you need!
ReplyDeleteWe continue to keep you all in our prayers.