Wednesday, March 17, 2010

When are we leaving?

When are we leaving? The short answer to this question is… I don't know.


  •  At first the key (and we believed, only) issue was getting the container shipped and cleared through customs.
  • Soon realized we needed to be sure they had enough galvanized roof sheeting for 37 building available on the islands; ordering a shipment from Australia after we arrive could make for a lot of sitting around and waiting once we got there. Of course, our contact person was out doing his job which made it a week or so to get a response, which presented even more questions.
  • In the mean time, there are a few structural questions going. There are some new variables that haven't been issues with the previous erection of the One Day Church - typhoons and anchoring in sand.
  • And there are several other little matters that have to be cleared before we leave. For example: power tools- bring (120V) or import from Australia (220V); battery or corded w/generator; enough for 2 teams or 3.
  • Oh yes. Don't forget those two guys coming to train from Canada and Australia. Another coordination variable.
  • And to add a little interest, my renewed passport has still not arrived.

Are you finding the humor? 
(okay, maybe a little frustration)

1 comment:

  1. Wow. So many details especially when you have to make sure all the buildling material comes with or before you. Sounds like mucho work!!! Is this a new place for you or have you been here before? Love your blog. You did great. You need to get a free visitor counter for you blog. Then you know how many people are visiting you.

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