We awoke on Monday feeling tired from our hectic weekend, and to make things worse we have just had our hottest day here- we heard it hit 42 degrees in the area today!
We arrived on site and were split into 2 teams- a small whitewash team, and a larger team for doing foundations. Glen finally got his taste of whitewashing (at last!!)
The day was extremely warm, and was difficult for myself and the rest of the foundation team. We dug the trench out and filled it with stones and mortar before morning break, and by lunchtime had got a good double layer of bricks in as well. Despite the heat, by the end of the day we had realised we had moved close to 2000 bricks on top of digging, cement making and various other wee tasks!! It was an outstanding achievement and even the mason seemed very pleased...not as pleased as ourselves of course!!
Lorna made her first big mistake of the trip by stating that if she worked any harder she would have to strip off and work naked- Johnny and Roger both seemed very motivated by the idea!! Adam Stewart also excelled himself as the chief cement guy, frequently berating Sam and Johnny for their poor cement mixing skills
Glen's whitewashers also worked very hard, completing the whitewash by lunchtime and spending the afternoon shifting gravel around the house
Returning to the hotel, we all took a well deserved break. The four-man tower was finally achieved in the pool, as well as Lorna making her second mistake of the trip by threatening to steal Rogers shorts- which was misinterpreted by all as a threat to disrobe the poor lad!!
At half 6 we were all supposed to attend a presentation about Disaster mitigation and emergency crisis reaction strategies- exciting stuff!! However, as a good leader, i bit the bullet and told everyone to stay away and i would sacrifice my evening and would pass anything relevant onto them. Unfortunately Lorna and Susan thought i was joking and turned up!! Lorna stayed on but Susan ran as soon as she could. Lorna and myself proceeded to learn absolutely nothing useful for our team- thats an hour of sleep i could of had!! Although we all got free tshirts out of it so...silver lining and all that :)
We have finished dinner and are about to have our reflection time as a team, tonight led by Glen. Could we say a huge thank you to everyone who is thinking about us and praying for us at home, the days are flying by for us and we will soon be home!!!
Michael
Hi everyone hope you're all keeping well and I can see that you managed to soldier on despite the heat yesterday, well done to you all. We don't have that problem here, though it is a bit warmer than usual. I trust you have by this time recovered from your interesting and somewhat unusual weekend, how many people here would get up at 6.30 in the morning to go to church? We're looking forward to seeing all the photos (take note Stephen). Auntie Heddi is looking foward to the powerpoint and she has chosen her own special piece of background music. Prayers were said for you all in First Comber on Sunday morning (10.30 start!!)and lots of people have been asking about you Stephen. Bedroom coming along nicely, now that I've stopped annoying Heddi and I hate to tell you but I think you've lost a laptop - its now all mine!!!! As you can see its been no 60 minute makeover! Keep well and keep working. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless. Comber Ozzies and Bangor Craggies xo
ReplyDeleteHi all, you seemed to have an interesting weekend!! Lots if unrepeatable experiences, thank goodness says Blair!!
ReplyDeleteThe work coming to an end, and I suppose india too, until the next time Glen. If you were away on your 1st anniversary I would say you are pretty attached to India!! Glad they marked your big day!
Looking forward to seeing you again, hearing all the stories and seeing any photos you may have taken Sam!!
Take care in these last few days and safe travel as you return home, live and blessings Heather x
Hi all
ReplyDeleteGood to hear all is going well - doesn't time fly when you are enjoying yourself!! You must all be getting used to the heat and food by now as you are getting through a lot of work.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers so keep safe and well in these last few days and trust that God has blessed each one of you during this trip.
We look forward to seeing you all at the weekend...
Lots of love from all in Doagh
Nichola, Niall, Adam and Laura (from Mulligar)
Good to hear all is going well and seeing the photos of you all. Thinking of you and remembering you in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteGod Bless to you.
Lots of love from Vera, Maurice and Nikki Southworth
Hi everyone, hope you're all well as you approach the final day of your amazing journey. Trust everyone has enjoyed the experience and will have good memories that will last a lifetime.
ReplyDeleteThanks to Michael and Glen for keeping us up to date with whats been happening, at times we've felt that we were right there with you. Looking forward to hearing all the stories.
Keeping you in our prayers and asking God for his richest blessings and protection as you journey safely home.
See you Saturday.
Lots of love, Audrey, Jarvis, Heather, Nigel, Linzi and Ross (Comber Ozzies and Bangor Craggies) xo
Hi folks
ReplyDeleteI am sure you cant believe that it is all nearly over for you, your final few hours.I send you a hugh blessing, well done congrats to you all you deserve a big pat on your back and a hugh group hug. All i can say thank you to the leaders for looking after you as well as you looking out for each other. I wish you safe journey home. see you on saturday.
lots of love from the archi's xx
Hi Guys and Gals, safe home and God bless ur journey.We can't wait to see our heroes :) Thanks to all who looked after and motivated the team in wot ever way. Lots of love and see u Tomorrow God willing....
ReplyDeleteHenry, Pauline etc etc xx