Today the teams returned to their projects and continued hard work. It was about 70 degrees and overcast today, so perfect working conditions made us feel at home. This evening we will be enjoying a feast provided by the local church folk. They made king ranch casserole and banana pudding for us to enjoy. Mmm mmm good!
At the big project house gypsum and fiberglass filled the air as hammers banged, ladders rattled, insulation flew, razors cut, Rotozips screamed and a multitude of screw drivers wirred to secure drywall to the ceiling and walls throughout the home. Insulation was spread in the attic between rafters. Unfortunately the attic rafters were not a normal spacing, so most of the insulation had to be cut and stuffed after the ceiling board was hung.
work is in the air
Brent stuffing insulation (Kurt is up there somewhere too)
cutting insulation
more ceiling board
hanging ceiling panels
It is beginning to look more like a home and less like a loose collection of 2x4s now that some of the walls are up. There were a couple ouches and ka-thumps but no one was seriously injured. Kevin came by with his parents to check things out as we were cleaning up for the day and they were very pleased to see how their home is coming together.
John and his team were able to finish their project today, completing the crown molding, flooring thresholds and the bathroom wall paneling and trim work. Then they took a side trip over to Paradise Island, one of the popular entertainment areas on Sabine Lake, that was completely destroyed in the storm.
Steve's pet project.
Steve's pet project.
Wow, you guys! Way to work! I am feeling like a definite slacker here in Bothell, reading about all the things you've accomplished. What strikes me most is how big a difference each project makes in restoring dignity as well as functionality to these homes and to the PDA camp. What is king ranch casserole?? Hugs, and prayers. Sandy
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