Thomas the Truck

You're probably wondering who Thomas is. Block by Block has a big box truck and we recently named him Thomas. Thomas is very big and not a lot of fun to drive, but you learn quickly to use the mirrors and make extra wide turns, or you find out that the curb is still there, even under the snow (ask Bob). Speaking of Bob, you're probably wondering who he is, too. Bob started working with us at the end of November. He is drawing floor layouts for our houses, so we know what walls to take down and where to put new walls, it makes things go a lot smoother. Bob is also helping with the volunteer teams and helping us get supplies. Which brings me back to Thomas. Bob, Roy and I have the pleasure of driving Thomas to Menards and Cedar Rapids Lumber on a pretty regular bases. We uses Thomas primarily for buying large quantities of supplies and big things that don't fit in a normal pickup truck. Thomas' box is 16 feet long, so we can fit just about anything in there. Thomas' favorite things to pick up are doors, lumber, and insulation. You could say we are regulars at Menards. Honk and wave if you see Thomas on the road!