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| Kuching Build - Day 3
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8.05.2004 |
Summary of the day: CONCRETE
Our job today was to mix concrete and work on the foundation. It was hard work mixing sand, water, concrete powder and rocks - but very gratifying. I can honestly say that my sweat is in this house!
On our lunch break we went to Rosia's brothers house. One of the workers cut down a huge jackfruit for us. It was my first time trying jacjfruit and it was great! I am amazed how much food this family takes from the surrounding forest - fruit, nuts, coconut, bugs etc. The family has been so generous with us, answering our silly questions and letting us have a glimpse into their lives.
This evening we had a BBQ with everyone involved with the project. It was a chance to chat and speak about our experiences. It was quite an emotional night, with many of us wiping away tears. Leah, a fellow volounteer made a particlarly touching comment about what is means to have a home and be with family. It was at this that most of us started to cry - it's all Leah's fault! (Insert afterschool special music here).
emma found her way @ 9:58 a.m.
Our job today was to mix concrete and work on the foundation. It was hard work mixing sand, water, concrete powder and rocks - but very gratifying. I can honestly say that my sweat is in this house!
On our lunch break we went to Rosia's brothers house. One of the workers cut down a huge jackfruit for us. It was my first time trying jacjfruit and it was great! I am amazed how much food this family takes from the surrounding forest - fruit, nuts, coconut, bugs etc. The family has been so generous with us, answering our silly questions and letting us have a glimpse into their lives.
This evening we had a BBQ with everyone involved with the project. It was a chance to chat and speak about our experiences. It was quite an emotional night, with many of us wiping away tears. Leah, a fellow volounteer made a particlarly touching comment about what is means to have a home and be with family. It was at this that most of us started to cry - it's all Leah's fault! (Insert afterschool special music here).
Deloy is the man in the front, on the right. His wife is the one in the orange blouse.
Well, I'm off to bed. Tomorrow is our final day of building -- where has the time gone!
emma found her way @ 9:58 a.m.
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