The group was much better today, as we were completely ready to go when John arrived to pick us up. We even didn’t have to rush Ross during his devotional that he graciously prepared for each day. Again we split up between sites, but this time we also sent some ladies over to Shannon’s house to sort some donated infant supplies and Joseph and Miguel went to the Clow’s to work on Shannon’s car which she flooded during a recent downpour. I know they were very happy that Joseph was so willing and able to help with this annoying issue.
The House team laid more block and raised the house a few more rows. I’ll have a picture tomorrow so you can all see the progress. The other team moved large boulders into place around a drainage ditch and then continued to pour the columns for the fence.
The ladies all left the worksites early in order to go to Teresa’s house to aid in the preparation of tortillas for our authentic Honduran baleada lunch. These baleadas were amazing, much better than the restaurant last night. I guess the open fire really does help with the flavor. They graciously provided baleadas for everyone as well as a dessert bread. The guys then mostly rested as the women went back to the community center to get changed for the river.
This was also right across the street from the house we all worked on 2 years ago. It was amazing to see it, so nicely painted and roof completed.
We then packed up about 20-25 kids and adults into the back of each truck and headed off to the river. It was even colder this time around. It was difficult to get in at first, but once you did, it was amazingly refreshing. We all took turns climbing up the largest rock and jumping off. A few of us had some difficulty, especially as the side of the rock got a little wet. See if you can spot me in the picture below (you can click on it to enlarge).
After a fun trip up the rapids, we all tried to coast our way down, but due to the river being so shallow it was quite painful. Also, it had started raining. This scared most of the kids as rain on the mountains can cause a flash flood on the river. Due to this we headed out a little early and back to the Clow’s for another amazing dinner.
Thank you all for all your prayer, it is evident as the team’s spirits are much higher now. Please continue as we have one more day of construction. It’s our last chance to get to work for these people and also to hang out and spread God’s love to the children of the community. They desperately need it. Pray for health and safety tomorrow and praise the Lord that it began raining, cooling the night off considerably.