Our 2nd day in Africa is winding down. We finished emptying the vault! Yea! And, then we moved on to the project of the day. We were going to fix the end post on the clothesline that had started to pull out of the ground. Of course, we had four handy and willing workers -- and Brian as our patient leader -- so we dug up one post and soddered together two more. With a power outage in the middle, what seemed to be a quick task in the beginning, took quite awhile. But, we got it done -- almost. Still need to wait for the concrete to set so we can get the wires back up tomorrow. Then, it will be twice as long and should hold lots of clothes for the kids.
Brian got quite a deal on a new moped, so he was giving all of the kids a ride -- and letting the older ones ride it on their own. Such excitement and wonderful fun for all!
Also had a herd of cattle that wandered onto the premises -- I think they followed the schoolbus in. So, everyone ran around, trying to get them back out through the gate. There's always something going on.
I got to drive a tractor yesterday -- and swung a sledgehammer, too. So, you can see we are managing to work some fun into our bright and sunny day! Sure hope the weather in Iowa is being kind.
More tomorrow . . .
It's so exciting to see a new posting! Hope your muscles are not too sore after lifting all those ledgers. Tom and Dee Dee reaffirmed how big that vault is when we met for small group last night. By the way, Mark and Sara, we had a great small group meeting (although we missed you!) with some of our new members. The group dynamic seems to be really fun and enthusiastic. We're looking forward to a great group study!
ReplyDeleteDid you get pictures driving the tractor or chasing cows? Sounds like a blast! Are you practicing safety while you are driving and chasing cows?
Have a great day tomorrow!
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ReplyDeleteI was so excited that you both were able to go and experience this.. What an awesome opportunity.. I just wish I was there with you... That is my dream... My dream is to be a missionary and just travel throughout the world and help.. We will definitely have to plan a trip together.. I hope all is well.. I hope you are taking lots of pictures.. I can't wait to see you both back..
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