So, what do you do?

We've been on Kauai for almost a month now; in that time we've built 2 decks, a kitchen, erected 2 tents and turned them into livable spaces, and started to build a styrofoam wall. Yet still, whenever we tell someone new, "oh, we're here to build a house", no matter how dirty I am, they always ask me, "so, what do you do?"

Well, here's my response to that......I do it all. I may be a girl, one who likes to dress up, go out, and be treated to an occasional trip to the jewelry store, but I can still hammer a nail, drive a screw, and carry a 2x4 with the best of men (i.e Calvin and Blake). I know how to measure 16- 7/16", I know how to use a power saw, and I can do amazing things with duct tape. So people need to have a little faith.

Around the "job site", I'm no longer known as Lauren, I'm Grasshopper, apprentice of the famed Mr. Miyagi, learner of the trade, newest addition to the building world. I'm strong, capable, and an invaluable asset to the team.

So, there you have it. Next time you wonder, "what does Lauren do all day while Blake and Calvin build?", you'll know better. I'm out there, getting dirty, roughing up my manicured hands, and cursing with them (actually, at them).