Weekly Report for Marble Falls

The new house in Granite Shoals is looking great! The exterior painting is nearly done. The rain this week forced everyone indoors, so the railings and final trim paint will be done when the weather warms up again. Our men have shoveled and graded gravel to improve drainage. The yard is beginning to take shape.

One of the highlights this week was work done by our “taping angel”, son-in-law to the homeowner. He joint-filled, textured ceilings and walls, leaving a special design as his signature contribution to the home. He also spray-painted ceilings, sparing our painters’ necks. That was much appreciated!

All interior painting, except for the bathroom and touch-ups, was done by Thursday. Shelving was cut and installed, floors sanded and patched so they are ready for laminate next week.

Our team has enjoyed having devotions, meals and evening visits around tables outside. However, the very welcome rain and much cooler temperatures made us change location. The Camp of the Hills director graciously let us use the lodge and we discovered that it’s a great place to have waffles with fresh picked strawberries and white sauce! Pot luck supper enjoyed by the massive working fireplace was very popular with the men of our group. What a view of the Texas hill country from the deck!

Twelve of us piled into the MDS van and headed out for the day on Saturday, March 7. Touring the LBJ National Historic Park gave us insight into the life and times of former President Johnson. We spent some time visiting the shops and boutiques of Fredricksburg, then drove back to Marble Falls via 315 (a very interesting gravel road that winds its way between ranches) and Horseshoe Bay. A memorable adventure!

We thank God for safety on the job site and while traveling. What a privilege to serve Him here and meet brothers and sisters in Christ also involved in Kingdom work. 

Marble Falls MDS RV Unit
Irene for the team – Lloyd, Albert, Erna, Len, Nettie, Harv, Kathy, Ron, Doris, Pete, Val