Monday, February 6, 2012

Next Step

We have already begun work on next Saturday's agenda for the workday at the orphanage. I can hardly wait. We have a good size group coming to help. I am just floored by the support we have received. Here is what we have planned:
  • Taking out the front yard and replacing it with concrete. Think of it as one giant patio for the kids to play on. It might seem strange to you that we would tear out the yard but in Sumatra yards sometimes create a lot of problems. First they are breeding grounds for all sorts of pests like mosquitoes and great hiding places for snakes. Second, they cost a lot to maintain and can't be played on when they are wet.
  • On the side of the house we are prepping for a garden. We will be tilling up the dirt and adding fertilizer getting it ready to plant. We are hoping to get the orphanage a few chickens so they can serve two purposes: to provide eggs for the kids and natural fertilizer for the garden.
  • The kids will be painting the outdoor cement walls to prevent mold re-growth.
  • Lastly the biggest project will be painting the entire inside of the orphanage except for the ceilings. We have hired someone to come in and fix the ceilings and repaint them. There wasn't anyone on team that felt capable of fixing drywall. We will leave that to the experts.
I want to thank everyone once again for making this possible. I am can hardly wait to show you next week's post work day pictures.


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