Today we went to The Gospel Rescue Mission just a few minutes from the church we're staying at. The people in charge didn't expect us but happily welcomed our volunteering. Jesse and Nick began shoveling dirt to make the ground flat for a lawn, and the rest of us prepared rooms for women and children to move into. We moved loads of furniture out, cleaned the bathrooms, and scrubbed the floors. It was definitely a couple of hours of work, but it was enjoyable, and we felt good about helping get ready for the women and children to move in.
At around 11:30 we drove into downtown Tucson and found a beautiful picnic spot surrounded by colorful shops. Then we relaxed on the grass for a while, soaking in the warm Arizona sun. After that, we drove to the mountains, on winding roads around the mountains, and took a beautiful hike up a steep rocky trail. We were amazed by the stunning views, the warm dry air, and the incredible landscape. We've also loved seeing the variety of cacti, including some that are over 20 feet tall!
Altogether today was a great day! We're looking forward to bonding over the next few days, and to having some insightful and valuable experiences.
-Rebecca
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