All of us at Divine Pizza and Ribs are right in the middle of a constructing and opening our newest venture called La Divina.
We will be leveraging our existing infrastructure by using the same kitchen and most of the same staff, because this restaurant is located on the street around the corner from DPR, yet we’re literally operating out of the back of our current kitchen.
One of the things I enjoy most about Cambodians is their desire to work as a group and the way they all jump in to help. You can see in the picture above, the kitchen staff and one of the waiters working together stapling fabric on our new couch for La Divina. Working together as a team to complete projects and goals has created a unity that is strained occasionally, but usually pushes each individual to participate and carry their part of the work.
This reminds me of the way Jesus asked the Disciples to participate in His ministry, to help when they did not fully comprehend the implications or the ultimate outcomes. I am aware of how often I want to see immediate results, and how my staff wants the same from me. I know the plan and ask them to trust me, which reminds me that I should be doing the same with God. He regularly asks me to trust him, but I’m like a puppy who wants constant attention and rewards along the way.
Teamwork and unity are one of those rewards.
