The inspector gave a thumbs-up to the framing, electrical and plumbing, clearing the way for sheet rocking to begin on the ceiling. Insulation is installed throughout, and the soffits under the eaves are up. Tomorrow will be a blitz to get the roof on before rain returns on Thursday.

 

 

Meanwhile, Lori, Lorie, Sharon and Courtney went to Loaves and Fishes to serve breakfast and lunch (Courtney reported that she only cried three times).

We really miss Forbes this year.

During short periods of downtime Jim has been interviewing candidates to lead the clean-up committee, which is totally dysfunctional as a result of Forbes’ absence. While the intention is to hold this crucial position open for him  when he returns, there is a critical need to have someone step in on a temporary basis. We’re taking the vetting process very seriously, even considering the odd background check. Unfortunately, Forbes did not hand the rake to someone to use in his absence, so we’re scrambling to try to keep up the standards of cleanliness that he had previously established.  The importance of this role cannot be overstated!

The crew is grateful that Forbes entrusted Diana to be responsible for picking up coffee and pastries daily, and her first day passed without incident.

There was much merriment tonight as Dale from Newtown taught a large group how to play Red Nines (don’t ask), and the first 1000-piece jigsaw was completed.

Sadly, tomorrow we must say goodbye to Dan and Lorie, as Dan’s brother passed away yesterday after a long illness and they’ll be off to Phoenix to be with family and friends. We have held them in our arms and hearts for the past two days, and our love and prayers will go with them on their sad journey.

Come back tomorrow…