Thursday, November 22 - Day Four

     Another productive day on the sites.  Each team sent people to the factory to complete the rebar for the houses and paint the beam work to be used for the roofs.  Others continued with the brick work with the goal of completing all that was required before the roofs were to be added.  All teams were able to be part of the brick laying thanks to the patience and understanding of the mason despite the language barrier.  Pleased to say ....   Goal was met by all 3 teams   Well done teams!!!!

Painting the roof support beams

Finished Product, ready to go for tomorrow 

 Preparing for the concrete floor

Sifting sand for the cement  

     Added to this experience of the day, the children continued to be part of the day's experience with colouring books making and presenting their drawings to members of the team as takeaway memories.

The Gervais brothers are making friends all over Nicaragua 

Some local kids having fun on the site

Thoughts of the Day:

"Over the past week I have watched a shine come into the eyes of the father of the house we're building. As he works alongside us each day he smiles more and carries himself a little taller. Assisting a parent provide shelter for his family is worth every moment of preparation for the trip, every last piece of luggage and every single aching muscle."  -Camille

"Every day shared in Nicaragua will remain a lifetime of memories for us."  -Gerry

"Great feeling in knowing that we are making a difference in these people's lives with our build. Making new friends with amazing individuals!"  -Stafford

"The hospitality of the people in this country is amazing!  They make us feel like family."  -Carolyn 

"The best part of the day is when the kids run up to greet us in the morning. We all get hugs and smiles. Priceless!  -Rita

"As the walls of the homes rise, the pains in the backs and arms have declined somehow."  -Jeff

"It's amazing how little you have to give to make a difference for so many people."  -Barry

"So...$100 for new shoes or... a new sink and stove for a family of 10 in Nicaragua. What would you do?!?"  -JM

Is it REALLY our last day tomorrow??!? 

Can you tell we're having fun?