The week is coming to an end and has offered me a chance to reflect
on our work.
Our primary purpose, helping Bob and Midge at the Shady Side
site, has been rewarding. We’re helping
some folks that really need the help and they truly appreciate what the kids
are doing. The work is rewarding too as
we get to see and leave behind something of value. My most striking memory of Shady Side is how
this small mobile home community comes together to help each other. Bob seems to be the community
caretaker….helping with those little things that make good neighbors…like
fixing a neighbor’s mailbox or checking-in on a shut-in down the street.
My favorite personal memory is being able to work on a job
site with my daughter Tess. This is
Tessie’s first mission trip and I’ve been proud to see how she has grown
spiritually. I’ve also been able to
witness a growth in her confidence (not that she lacks any) in her use of power
tools like drills and saws. Before this trip,
Tess was inexperienced using these tools.
Today, she handles them like a pro.
Here’s a selfie of Tessie and I in front of the worksite. Note the photobomber in the background (that’s
Megan Stein).
We’ll see you all in church soon so feel free to ask Tess or
me about our experience.
- Dave
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