Tuesday 21st June
This was a day of new experiences, as (much to the amusement of my team) I reacquainted myself with bike riding, we all broke down plaster walls in a new house, and then experienced our first thunderstorm in Ishinomaki. This took place in the afternoon and we acted swiftly, clearing our tools away and taking shelter in a nearby building. It began with ominous thunder rumbling and then developed into a dramatic storm, as forked lighting split the sky and rain sluiced down. Whilst we were inside, I had time to ponder the work we had completed and how much more there was to do. It was hard not to feel too overwhelmed, but at the same time I was motivated by the incredible spirit of the survivors we met, the dedication of the Peaceboat staff and the positive energy of the volunteers.
This was on the floor of the house in which we sheltered.
