I hate to say it Paul but it sounds like you might just like to stay there for a long time. Glad to hear that you are having a great time. You may not ever have the opportunity to do something like this again. I don't suppose there are any Lions Clubs in your area or even in Aukland. We lool forward to a nice presentation of your trip at one of our meetings. Bon Voyage!!!
Congrats! Hey Team NZ! Great to read your blog and see pics to keep up with your trip. The house looks amazing - great job! Kathy and Paul, thanks for your support and well wishes. I look forward to more stories and photos!
Not surprised Great job everyone!! You should be proud of all that you have accomplised. But why am I not surprised to hear that Rachel makes it JUST in time to scrape the pans!?!
You should all feel very proud of yourselves, I know all of us back here are VERY proud of you. It seems unreal that you were able to put that whole house together in such a limited amount of time! I hope you all have a chance to do something etremely cool after all you hard work. Enjoy the rest of your time down there.
Happy Birthdat It is good to see your progress. I imagine you are done building now and enjoying the beautiful country. I do hope you have a very happy birthday over there. Love, Mom
Great Job!!! Hi Roger and Beth, Gee that house really looks nice. We tell you that we are proud of you but you all have to feel GREAT with your selves for what you've accomplished. It's been so interesting watching all the work and the fun and some of the sites that you've done and seen. Stay having a great trip and we'll see you soon. And like I said in your card: I hope that we can tell you how wonderful Neil D. is!!! Lots of Love, Pat and Greg
Hey Paul, this is Great!! Great!!! great!!! Don't get so enamored of NZ that you do not want to come home. Congratulations to you and all the team for a Job well done!!
Paul Loken - Happy Early Birthday As most people are getting ready for Halloween Paul Loken is getting ready for another birthday. May it be the BEST surrounded by wonderfilled people and wonderful land.
Happy Birthday Bro
What a beautiful place! Hey Paul - It was so good to hear from you the other day! I find it amazing that the connection was so clear - since you are so far away! I want you to know it snowed yesterday... so keep on enjoying the NZ weather.... because you are coming back to winter! LOL! I'd love to be there working along side of you helping out the family - it's great to hear you are ahead of schedule!! and enjoying the free time activities! Just so you know I'm keeping the "Hockey Lodge gang" and some of the Eagle Street group informed of your activities! They especially liked the "he's not allowed to wear shorts comment!" We all can't wait to see you and hear stories and see more photos! Enjoy the rest of your time! Take Care! Alice
Hello Bill and Joan Reichwald Hi you two! The pictures are great! Looks like a lot of work and fun. Saw your picture William, after a long days work!! Karen and Al!
Becky's Birthday Happy Birthday Becky! it is officially your birthday here today.. but i know it was yesterday there for you... sooo happy birthday again! hahah.. love you!
Great work, team! Thanks so much for updating the blog. It is so fun to see your photos and to hear how the trip is going so far. Looks like you are making great progress on the house! Keep up the good work and enjoy your time in NZ. Take care and stay safe.
PS - Happy birthday, Becky! We miss you bunches. :)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BECKY! Hey Becky -- Have a very happy birthday today in your "down-under" state! Your team members will probably razz you all day long, but enjoy it! Back on the jobsite, you're doing amazing things and being wonderful ambassadors! Would love to see the Southern Cross -- any chance you photographers can capture on the blog? All my best!
Paul Loken is my Brother!!! Paul, I know you are working 'cuz I saw the photo. I also saw you enjoying your sight-seeing day! Mixing fun with hard work is th best! I look forward to the pictures!
The progress you folks are making is VERY evident from the photos. Keep up the good work!
Paul's proud sister, Beth
Hi Dave from the kids We would like to know where the insulation on the house is. Will there be electricity in the house? How about indoor plumbing? Why is the house built off of the ground? Benjamin would like a computer password when you get home. Keep up the good work! :-)
Happy Birthday Becky Its great to follow your trip and view the pictures, although Becky, dad says your way to close to the cliff. We wanted to tell you we love you and wish you a very happy birthday. Mom and Dad
Happy Birthday Becky We are loving the messages and pictures! You guys are doing a great job and we are enjoying following your progress. Hope you have a fun birthday and have a safe trip home. Grandma and Grandpa
Hi Dave The scenery is simply spectacular!!! I love looking at all of the pictures. I wish I could be there to do some star gazing with you. It sounds fantastic.
WOW I'm impressed!! Roger and Beth, That home is really going up fast! (Beth are you going to give Bob Knuppel a challenge at woodworking when you get home? And Roger, are you pounding nails on that frame or are you just resting in the shade? Just kidding!! We are really soooo proud of both of you.) Take lots of pictures. We promise that we wouldn't get bored looking at ALL of them.. This blog site is just great. Take care. Lots of Love, Pat and Greg
Beth the Builder..can she fix it..yes she can! Hi Beth...looks like you are all doing a great job. We miss you and can't wait to catch up when you get back. Oh..you're not missing much with the weather :) Take care and God Bless you..Tami.
Hi Beth! Looks beautiful there. I'm jealous. It's supposed to snow here on Sunday, so soak in all that sunshine while you are there. Hope you are having a great time. Do your best while building. Don't break a nail, your fingernail, that is............=) Take care and travel safely. Bethany
Excellent work. Wow! The house is coming along very nicely. Was that Rachel I saw on top of the wall? Keep up the great work. I can't wait to see pictures when the roofing starts.
Naomi Wilkins
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Building and then relaxing - WOW! ! ! Looks like you picked a GREAT place to do both.