A Superb Beginning

We have had one week under our belts and we feel quite elated about how everything has turned out so far.

After all had arrived last weekend we enjoyed incredible mid-twenty (not minus) degree weather for 2 days. The work week actually turned out to be fairly wet and very cold, but it did not hinder the work much.

A new home to replace a destroyed one

Our project consists of completing the new construction of a house being built for a 75 year old lady whose previous house was basically blown over by a tornado in February 2013. With the arrival of the SMBCers we are now a crew of 12, and this group attacked the challenge with enthusiasm and vigour. Much was accomplished this week: mudding and sanding of drywall; applying 3 coats of paint on every room but the bathroom; some trim cut and placed; and flooring installed in 2 rooms.

Not yet a kitchen, but a good place for a coffee break

Sanding drywall results in a new line of makeup for Lenora

Sieg's version of Michelangelo's ceiling

With Maurice - that's a well trimmed window

Elenore's cutting excellence

Another day - another paint job for Mic

Pat's joyful enthusiasm

The group dynamic and spirit has been positive, jovial, encouraging, and very enjoyable. It has been a delight to work together, each one striving hard to complete the task efficiently and thoroughly. It is amazing what a bunch of old timers can accomplish!