Friday

Friday was a lot like Thursday as far as the work went. The first section of the ramp had hardened so we could use it to roll the concrete up to the next section. First the support bars and underlayment were installed.

While the prep work for the next portion of the ramp was going on, several others dug up a large chunk of concrete that was in the children's play area. It posed a definite danger to the kids while they ran and played soccer. Now there is smooth ground there that will not pose a hazard.

Before we knew it the call for concrete rang out and we jumped right back into the swing of it.

The wheelbarrows did not have to be hoisted overhead, just up and onto the end of the ramp then wheeled to the top.

Rolling a full wheelbarrow of cement up the ramp was no small task. Again it was up to the big guys on our team to provide the muscles.

This was the hottest day yet that we had experienced. Even though we were physically tired, hot, sweaty and pushing ourselves hard, there were no injuries beyond an occasional scrape or bruise. God was definitely looking out for us.

You would think that by the fifth day of hard labor we would be getting grouchy but it was still all smiles. At least until we had to say good-bye and then it was all tears!

This little girl is Karime, age 5. She lives right behind the church and spends every day hanging out with the people there. She is absolutely gorgeous and has a personality that sparkles.

She was especially attached to Brandi. Those two shared a connection, a deep passion for each other. If you wanted to find Karime, you just had to look for Brandi.

If you look closely, there is blue paint in Wendy's hair. Pastor Walter called her Lady Gaga and they enjoyed a good laugh!