Team member describing the situation to the local news media:
We had no idea that planting a seed of inspiration would grow into such a big reality. It didn't help that the challenge is based on the story, Jack And The Beanstalk. Every time we do this structured fairytale theme, we end up with a giant-sized dilemma. It reminds me of the Pinocchio challenge - the whale, the water, the budget spent on mops and water vacs. Now we're just a little concerned with the area blackout that occurred when lightning struck as we blew through the roof. Who knew that would happen?
I mean, really?!
Mentor beaming proudly in the background holding a flashlight - we made the evening news! *even if no one can see it...*
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Excellence is contagious. ~ Andy Baker, President, AndyMark, Inc. and Woodie Flowers Award 2003
Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved.
~ Helen Keller (1880-1968)