Today we returned back to the building site and continued our construction in the Mekong Delta. During the day we were introduced to new practices such as weaving for the roof and creating support beams above the windows. During break times we snack on watermelon, rambutan and guava. In the village it was very hot so everyone had to keep hydrated. By the end of the day we were all keen for a nice cold shower. We reflected on what we have experienced here in Vietnam such as how friendly the people are (we were expecting them to be less caring for outsiders, but they treat us the same as they would friends and family). We have also made many new friends with people we previously thought we might not get along with. Tonight our Mekong Delta guide, Hue, gave us some more background about the family we are building the house for. We have all been enjoying our time here in Vietnam and can’t wait to finish the build tomorrow.
By James A and Thomas M