Yesterday (Saturday) was our team's final day at the build site. We spent a half day working on the house (finishing up a trench for the septic pipe, scraping more paint and working on the new door openings we had created earlier in the week). Since it was a Saturday, Victor and Sara (Sra. Ana Maria and Sr. Jose's daughter) brought their two adorable sons to the site to meet us. The boys were excited to see the house and meet us, and Clint and Dave capped off our time with them by teaching them to play frisbee. The family also treated us to another amazing feast for lunch, including four different desserts! At the end of our time together, we posed for one last group picture.
It is with a mix of emotions that I write this last blog while sitting in the Frankfurt airport and reflect back on the week. We had a great group of Thrivent employees who all worked hard this past week, and we could not have asked for a more wonderful and deserving family for which to help build a new house. And we cannot to forget FlorBela and Sr. Rogerio - your hard work, dedication, kindness and patience made our trip a fantastic experience. You should both be proud of the wonderful work you are doing in Amarante!
So long for now, Portugal!
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