Friday, October 26, 2007

Service to others

- by Robin M.

Note: you can view many of the photos from today at Robin's website and Ron's Flickr page.

SO where to begin, especially when it is the end; end of the week; end of the work; end of the fellowship? I think not. Many people this week, although diverse, came together for the betterment of another, Verna Mae Martin. Turns out it was also for the betterment of all of us.

Verna Mae’s home grew inside, formed rooms, living spaces, and places to stay warm, and comfortable. What I saw was some of us grew inside too. We struggled with, but worked through differences in work styles and living conditions. We raced to the shower, jockeyed for position to be first (there was one shower for the guys and one for the gals)…but all in good fun.


This morning we (Ron and I)…were treated to one of the best gifts; we were serenaded by Haati, Loisi, Teualoi, and Uinisa. They sang Rock of Ages in Tongan; what a marvelous gift that I will always cherish…

It has been a great adventure, one of the BEST, most rewarding and memorable vacations. I personally was touched by several kind, God loving people, including Verna Mae.

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