The demolition team was embarking on a task that was in its seventh week—the second floor of a two-story house had literally crashed onto the main floor, so they had to move and dispose of surrounding debris in order for the foundation to be dismantled.  Our team members got so involved that they decided to not even take a lunch break! 

The clean and paint crew tackled a shoe store basement that had thick layers of dust and plenty of soles and heels of shoes.  We cleaned the entire basement, organized the storage and moved tables to create a more spacious room.  While our next task was to paint the walls of the basement,

Chaz, the Master Artist at the Village thought we should have a chance to be more creative so he escorted us to his studio where we learned brush stroke techniques and the use of color.  We then took all of our supplies outside where we began the first phase of a new mural.  He encouraged us to use our creativity and even let us throw the hardened skins of the paint onto the wall! 

All of the volunteers commented on the great experience of coming together and sharing a meal in fellowship while helping this great organization. We are all looking forward to our next opportunity to make a difference in the community with Blight Busters.