Today, we worked with Estes Valley Victim Advocates.
We mowed lawns, planted flowers, and realized that the front lawn had amazing landscaping buried under the weeds and dirt. We quite literally dug out a nice brick retaining wall.
We again worked harder and later than we were expecting, and loved every minute of it.
Seriously, it is amazing to see how hard these kids will work, and without complaining.
We also learned that family violence doesn't just affect women. Victim Advocates also care for men and children that are victims of abuse.
Please pray for our health! Lots of kids feeling sick, exhausted and in pain. They worked so hard. #Proudofthem
— Carlie Fitzgerald (@Carlie527) June 30, 2011
We had a very brief issue with dehydration, but after some rest and a lot of water and prayer, everything is totally fine.
After we finished working, we just had time to hike up to Bible Point at the YMCA.
There was some talk of going on a slightly longer hike, but many were sore and tired, and it started to storm as soon as we got back from the summit anyway, so everything works out for the best.
Of course, the main reason we keep coming back to Estes Park year after year is the people the mountains Smokin' Dave's BBQ.
Cowger owned the manhandler. ALL OF IT.
— Tony Fitzgerald (@MrTFitz) 30 Jun 2011Tonight, we had an extended worship session, which included words of affirmation for everybody in the group.
These are all very special kids, and it has been amazing to see, not only their faith, but how excited they are to put their faith into practice.
Just about everybody has asked about service opportunities in Des Moines, and the possibility of having a regularly scheduled service project every month or so.
All of the kids have a very strong desire to keep seeking Christ, and to continue serving others in Christ's name.
We are driving home in the morning.
We hope to hit the road around 6-6:30 am, which should be fine since nobody was awake past 3:30am...
