Reflections on One Great Day

A few reflections on our project last weekend. We probably tackled one of the largest projects of the day. When I originally submitted our request, Stu Borders questioned me about our ability to handle the job. In case you don't know the ramp we built was 5 feet wide and 47 feet long. Without Tim Booth (and Tim Booth's tools) we would have never completed this job in a single day. Even at that, Tim had to return to install a few items after the fact. Tim also spent considerable time planning the project, listing the materials and going to Lowe's to pick them out. He was careful to purchase the least amount of material possible. When we loaded Tim's trailer at the end of the day there was only one 1 x 10' piece that wasn't cut. Great job!

There were several times during the 10-hour day where we began to lose momentum. When that happened, David Mullendore would remind us to maintain our focus and 'Get-R-Done' (imagine that!). David left work early so he could be with us on Saturday. Normally, when David's on call he gets called. Saturday, he prayed before leaving that he would not have to return to work. He was with us to the very end. Faithful and dedicated. Thanks, David.

Barry and Amy James know how to work long hard days on a farm and it showed on Saturday. Barry's perseverance, creative ideas and hard work were instrumental throughout the day. Thanks, Barry especially for bringing your 'spud bar' and showing me the proper technique.

Steve Cherry had an auction Saturday morning so he missed the post hole digging. But he did pilot a pretty mean nail gun all afternoon. What's special about the Cherry's is that they were totally involved as a family. Gretchen purchased crafts for all the children and worked with them most of the day. I know Brianna and Ellie will always remember the day they made new jewelry and new friends in their grandmother's front yard.

The ladies, Judy, Judi, Patty and Amy made sure the men were well fed and hydrated all day long. They also shared their time and their concern with the Likens family.
At the end of the day, we gathered with the Likens and thanked God for his love and faithfulness that enabled us to complete the job. I know the family appreciated everyone's effort.You really get to know people when you work with them side by side. I know you all a little better now and love you even more.

Steve Lewis