Thursday was a very frantic day for everyone. We were in a race with Mother Nature to complete our day’s assignments for most of the morning, which included roof work and installing siding. We began our various assignments in a rush to beat the storm that was already on its way. The forecast for today included severe thunderstorm warnings and a high wind advisory. Tim and I worked with the other crewmembers on the roof installing shingles, Amber and Brandi worked with other groups installing siding. At times, I felt that this race would never end. It seemed that every time we would pick up steam, the weather would force the whole group of about 20 volunteers into the house for safety. We never gave up and we completed our roofing task. Between the down pours, we would ascend the roof to install another one or two rolls of shingles. This went on for around four hours, until we got a break in the weather. Our goals were met today and we should be able to complete most of the work on the siding tomorrow. The day ended with the closing ceremony at the Beau Rivage.
GEORGE E. COASTON JR.
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