We wake early in order to allow for getting lost on the way to the warehouse where we will receive our training and our assignment. We do not dissapoint and promptly find ourselves wandering the streets of NOLA wondering why we didn't bring along 1 of the 4 GPS systems we packed for the trip. Best laid plans and all!
We find the warehouse and are met by our 2 crew chiefs and the supervisor. We hear that the Episcopal Rebuild program since the storm has gutted 899 houses and with volunteer help only, they have completely rebuilt 59 houses, there is a lot of work to do. Our house is in the Gentilly neighborhood, on a wide street with palm trees and crape myrtles. We work hard all day hanging sheet rock and adding insulation, it is wonderful. The friendly neighborhood Chevron gladly welcomes Rebuild volunteers to use their bathrooms, we plan to bring him toilet paper tomorrow.
After a hard days work we head to a locals house for red beans, rice and chocolate cake. It is a wonderful way to end the day. We could not be more thankful.
Every morning we have a group reflection question to ponder during the day. Our question this morning was, "What is God calling you to do today?" What is God calling you to do today? Reflect with us.
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