We started our day with our devotion at 7:35 am and were on the Ferry Place job site by 8:05am! It is like a little "rainbow row"... 2 story homes, some already occupied. Adam, the site supervisor gave us our introduction and Jermey briefed us on safety rules. We quickly learned about the 4 huge storage containers that house the paint materials, trim materials and many of the tools and supplies.
By 8:30 we were in teams - most inside, priming walls and ceilings, a few on the exterior, caulking and finishing the paint job. It was VERY HOT, but we were blessed with a breeze, when we could keep the doors open. Minnie, a future Habitat homeowner worked with us all day... it was fascintating to hear her stories about Katrina. Don Frampton, Senior Pastor from St Charles Avenue Presbyterian, came by for a brief visit. He is a Gamecock, originally from Orangeburg who knew Rob in seminary. We found that Lowes, .8 miles away, was a viable option, compared to the porta-potties! :-)
Midday, the Mobile Loaves and Fishes (a ministry of a local Episcopal church) came by to bring us bag lunches. We were able to finish almost all of the priming and first coat on all the walls and ceilings. The outdoor painting was completed. We worked until around 3:30, cleaned up and had a couple of hours of relaxation before dinner. At 6:30 pm we arrived at the home of Ken Davis and Lisa Eldredge ... incredible! Their home is in the Garden District, built in the 1860's and beautifully restored. Our meal, prepared by Lisa, was WONDERFUL! After dinner, we stopped for a little while at the Columns Hotel to enjoy the music of a local guitarist.
We will have NO TROUBLE sleeping tonight! It has been a productive and gratifying day, but we are all tired. Tomorrow morning we have a tour of New Orleans prior to beginning our work, mid-day. More later!
We will have NO TROUBLE sleeping tonight! It has been a productive and gratifying day, but we are all tired. Tomorrow morning we have a tour of New Orleans prior to beginning our work, mid-day. More later!
Gosh, ya'll look ALMOST professional !!! Watch out on those big, tall ladders! Glad you don't have to get up on the roofs of those 2 story houses ('cause they're actually 3 stories with the raised porch, aren't they ???)Be careful. You are in all our prayers. Have fun!! Keep blogging ! Drea
ReplyDeleteGlad you are there and actually did some work, ha-Be careful when you tour "Bourbon Street"--Try not to tell anyone you are from SVPC--
ReplyDeleteKidding, we are proud of yu"""""" Lib
Glad ya'll are having a good time! Be safe and wear your sunscreen!
ReplyDeleteSarah Griese (Laura's #1 Daughter) :)
I admire each and every one of you. Sounds like a wonderful day! --Suzie Moore
ReplyDeleteWay to go team - looks like you are working hard. Can't wait to hear more about the people there and what you are learning.
ReplyDeleteTake care, you are in our thoughts and paryers.
Cathy & David
You ladies are doing a great job and now we know can do the trim of the church when you get back. Keep on the good work and be safe.
ReplyDeleteChris H
Looks like you all are working hard and having fun. Wish I was there... not really. I will pray for you all, stay safe and stay together. No one go to Home Depot alone.
ReplyDeleteLove to all,
Chan
Great work and great pictures. Thanks for the update. Very inspiring.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the fun pictures and wonderful recap of your first day. I know the people there are enjoying your talents, energies and enthusiasm. The smiles from all shine brightly in the photos! Take care and Joy to all, mary
ReplyDeleteI noticed on that wall ya'll were painting...somebody missed a spot> Ha!
ReplyDeleteRob