It has been four days after TV died in our hearts. Food has become scarce, other than beans and rice. A few of the crew members have started a streak of beans and rice at every meal, Stuart seems to be in the lead with 11 (Sunday lunch through Wednesday dinner).
Today began with the usual breakfast followed by an uneventful bus ride to the work site. When we arrived we were happy to find that the trenches had not been refilled. We happily began work and had some happiness. As we began work we were filled with a great sense of being happy. J
However we were filled with a tremendous sense of sadness as we were informed that we needed to dig 12 six foot deep 2x2 holes in our trench. Sadly this was yet the beginning of a series of unfortunate events. I personally was digging my trench (effortlessly of course) (I am Ben Kaiser) when I was informed sadly that the extra hole for the trench was an extension of the corner and not just a deeper corner. L
We spent the next two hours digging down the extension to the depth of the regular trench. This was difficult to do and balance yourself so as to not fall into the trench. It was slow going but the camaraderie helped to pass along the time.
One bright spot was our hired help. He arrived about three hours into work and set into one of the corners. After about thirty minutes, I looked over and was discouraged to notice that he had already matched my days work. He was a great help and continued at the same pace to finish his corner.
Today began with the usual breakfast followed by an uneventful bus ride to the work site. When we arrived we were happy to find that the trenches had not been refilled. We happily began work and had some happiness. As we began work we were filled with a great sense of being happy. J
However we were filled with a tremendous sense of sadness as we were informed that we needed to dig 12 six foot deep 2x2 holes in our trench. Sadly this was yet the beginning of a series of unfortunate events. I personally was digging my trench (effortlessly of course) (I am Ben Kaiser) when I was informed sadly that the extra hole for the trench was an extension of the corner and not just a deeper corner. L
We spent the next two hours digging down the extension to the depth of the regular trench. This was difficult to do and balance yourself so as to not fall into the trench. It was slow going but the camaraderie helped to pass along the time.
One bright spot was our hired help. He arrived about three hours into work and set into one of the corners. After about thirty minutes, I looked over and was discouraged to notice that he had already matched my days work. He was a great help and continued at the same pace to finish his corner.
Joanne spent the morning painting a beautiful painting of the church.
At lunch time we were again greeted by Mrs. Spence and her daughters armed with delicious rice, beans, potato salad, plantains, and meat. After lunch we gave “El Obispo” the hospitality gift we brought him. In return, he delivered a speech on the missions of the Costa Rican diocese, and gave us wooden cross necklaces. The bishop was a speedy worker and helped us the “hole” day.
The Bishop speaking with us at lunch. Bishop Hector taking a break from digging.
The afternoon was more of the same. The greatest excitement came when we struck water in one of trenches. It was a thrilling sight to see that we had finally dug to the water table. This fun lasted us until Meaghan and Michelle began playing with the youth of the neighbourhood. We were filled with joy watching them sing and dance.
Another highlight was when we walked down to the local store and had ice cream treats.
The rest of the day passed without incident and we headed back to Earth tired and dirty. We showered and headed to the cafeteria for another delicious dinner.
We are thankful for another safe day at work and look forward to tomorrow.
Written by Benjamin C. T.V. Kaiser and Nick Kruyer
The rest of the day passed without incident and we headed back to Earth tired and dirty. We showered and headed to the cafeteria for another delicious dinner.
We are thankful for another safe day at work and look forward to tomorrow.
Written by Benjamin C. T.V. Kaiser and Nick Kruyer
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