We started our second month at TBE in Palacios, TX. It was good to have been here the previous month to know where things are and what kind of projects were ahead of us.
But first…
The first week of March (the week in between projects) Dennis tried to learn what caused the rain to leak into our trailer. He found the outside wall of our slide out had separated from the roof just enough for water to run down inside and soak our carpet and everything else under our desk. We had some etrna-bond sealing tape in our RV supplies so after putting in new longer screws for the wall, he was able to seal it up! Thankful for time off to attend to our own RV needs and maintenance!
That week we also did a bit of exploring in the area. We walked the fishing pier at the camp and took a drive to Port Lavaca. We read up on some of the history there and saw dolphins swimming in the bay! The weather was much more back to normal and we enjoyed some beautiful sunsets.
This month we enjoyed serving with Charlie and Diane Zaharako and Larry and Joyce Belcher (first time project!). We were the GL’s for this project. We also continued to work and fellowship with Howard and Verla LaChance, independent volunteers. We attended Rob & Sarantha’s church and enjoyed the special ministry services that were offered.
We have work to do!
Each week we received a “to-do” list from Rob Kessler (camp director). We started out washing windows, helping with some special office work, and finishing the construction of raised garden beds.
We sealed up the ministry housing with metal skirting and replaced rotted wood, rebuilt a steel and glass table that had been moved last month, corrected some electrical issues, assembled a conference table, and the ladies served in the food line for lunches!
And there were groups of campers!
We have been serving mostly at “empty” camps and conference centers during this COVID season. It was especially-special to have several groups at this camp during the weekends! The noise and laughter was a blessing to our lives!
More RV repairs on the weekend!
Dennis has a new skill – he learned to weld! The RV had broken rods in one of the cross girders that was causing the floor to be “soft” inside. Larry had brought his welding equipment and taught Dennis how to spot weld. The fix was accomplished! “I’m gonna have to get me one of these!” Always learning something new on these amazing adventures!
More repairs on a variety of housing and buildings at the camp. These two guys worked circles around me – they brought so much wisdom and “how-to” to the project. God always pairs up the right people for the task at hand!
This was one of those “you want us to do what?” tasks! A billiards table was donated to the camp but the felt needed to be replaced. We went to “You Tube University” and learned how to do it. It turned out great! We used over 1,100 staples (after taking out that many or more)!
The ladies did a lot of cleaning and washing windows. They really shined the place up!
Yes, we even power sanded and painted the bell tower and flagpole! Miquel from the camp staff helped us by being the brave one to stand on the tractor bucket and reach to the top with a 20 foot extension pole. He just couldn’t reach the last 4 inches at the tippy top!
Oh…and before you go, can you hang tis “antique” bike and a few kayaks for our dining room decor?
So many little tasks made for a BIG Project! It was a great SOWER project and many blessings for all of us. We ended our time together with a smoked brisket shared meal. Rob, Serentha, and Daisy joined us for some great food and sharing of stories.