Day 3, Monday

 Monday was our first full day and the ended up with some very tired missionaries. The work is long and hard, but we remember we are doing the work for Jesus and His people. Here is the day in pictures.

Painting the siding that will go up for part of the building.

Claire before her dress turned green!





Miss Theresa dropped off her children at school
 and offered to help



Above:  Cameron and some helpers that stopped by.
Right:  Vance, in extreme generosity had his entire suitcase 
filled with shoes to give away.  Here he is offering some to Miss Theresa for the many children she cares for.









There has been a lot of moving lumber.  You have to have fun with it sometimes!





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