Monday, November 19 - Day 1

     The three teams were divided and headed by Chris (red), Tony (blue) and Paul (green). The goal of the day was to complete the foundation of each site. Additionally, four members from each group were sent for rebar duty.

The rebar construction team are hard at work in a nice and shady area. 

    After a very hot day, all three sites are prepped for pouring the concrete foundations tomorrow morning. 

Memories of the first day:

Hard physical work, good camaraderie, definitely worthwhile.  -Ron

The kids at site three had a great time colouring. It was a joy to watch them being so happy.   -Tad

Happiness is not found in things, it is found in action, and the simplicity of contentment.   -Love Jilly

I didn't do much, I just twisted wire all day.  -Jeff

I haven't blogged during the past four years I have been here, I am not going to start today.   -John

I was touched at how the children tried to communicate with us despite the language barrier. - Grace

It touched me at how happy the families were and how happy our help made them.   -Renée 

Seeing what we saw today has motivated us to continue working hard through the rest of the working days. We returned to the hotel, exhausted, for a lovely meal before getting some rest for tomorrow.