Today was a continuation of the work we started on Friday - more walls. The jobsite is really starting to look like a house now and it is very exciting. We all have a whole new appreciate for bricklayers or masonry workers - it's hard, tedious work making sure it's all done precisely! We are over half-way done with the walls now - the interior walls need to be 13 layers high, while the exterior will go all the way to the roof. We are also to a point where we are need scaffolding and we only have limited access to that, so soon we will have to transition to a point where some will lay brick and others will do a new task - we'll report on that tomorrow :)
Something that we have been reflecting on a lot recently is just how happy it makes us all when we randomly see Jiresak "Sak" standing by looking at the jobsite and smiling to himself. To imagine how hard he's been saving, and for how long he's been saving, to see this dream become a reality is a clear reminder to us all of why we're here.
Also, an update for all wondering - Sheri and her mystery sting are doing just fine and healing well! Our new injuries for today included Ashley slicing her arm open on a rusty metal support rod (thank goodness for her tetunus shot!) and Jennifer being splattered in the with wet cement. One of our inhouse EMT, Ben, ran to the rescue and helped flush it out. It did, however, cause Jennifer to immediately demand everyone of us put our sunglasses on to serve as eye protection for our dangerous task :)
It is difficult to comprehend that one week ago today you guys began building a house, and now you are nearly ready to dedicate it to Jiresak and his family......amazing! Your insight about his thoughts and emotions at this stage are, no doubt, right on - to actually be a part of seeing a lifelong dream come to fruition.
ReplyDeleteGood to know that the team remains well and healthy. I concur about wearing the sunglasses. Unnecessary injuries definitelywould not be worth it, especially at this point.
Keep up the good work, Team Thailand 2009! All of us at home are rooting for you!
Sherry Droste