Build Them a Home Progress Report #2

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Happy Friday Everyone!

Less than one week ago, we updated you on the progress of the house for the Baloyi family. At that time, the building was this far along:


Since then, things have been moving along and we could not be more excited! The foundation is finished and the walls are being built. Door and window frames are being installed and it is becoming easier to imagine this being a HOME! 
Finished Slab
5,000 bricks!
Windows and the back door!
Interior wall in the morning!
Similar view in the afternoon.
View from the front!
It is so exciting to see how quickly things are coming along. The builders plan to work all weekend and I cannot wait to show you the progress then!

We are $1,600 away from our goal of $10,000. We have already spent about $5,000 on labor and material. If you want to give, you can use the donate button at the top of our blog. You can also send a check if you prefer. The details are at the bottom of this post.

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