Our day began by knocking on the doors at 6:45 am. Getting reading to go eat some delicious pancakes for the long day ahead of us. We were able to spit into groups and effectively buy the rest of the supplies for the CAP project. Soon after we had to put everything into the bus and headed to the La Cruz, the school were we are doing our Community Action Projects, to began the CAP project. When we arrived we immediately started our hard work under the blazing sun. Group one was able to clear out the garden space, from all the rocks and weeds. Then we were able to set up an effective irrigation system, and build the box for the herb garden. Around 12: 30 we gave the option to take a break for lunch to group one, but everyone rejected the offer because we were hard at work, so we made it mandatory for everyone to break and get some water. The same thing happened in group two where no one wanted to go eat when we were getting so much done. Group two is making a mural about vegetables to encourage the kids to eat healthier. We were able to start on the mural and even though we had good momentum we are unable to finish because of running out of paint (don’t worry we are going to buy more paint tomorrow). We were still able to make the signs for the garden while others included the kids from the school on typing the cook book.
After a hard day at work, we prepared for English classes and had enough energy to teach a two hour class. We are looking forward to finishing the CAP project. Group one wants to plant and get the irrigation system working. We also want to have the herbs and trees planted. Group two wants to have the mural finished as well as the cook book. They also will give a presentation to the students on what we will be planting and eating healthy. We are looking forward to finishing it all tomorrow, but not looking forward to out last day of tutoring, since we have grown so close to every one of our students.
Your hearts are definitely in the right place when you’re working so hard you don’t want to stop. I’m so proud that you all have had this amazing opportunity! The growth, experience, culture and connectedness you are partaking in will last a life-time, not many people have this opportunity. I’m sure you will all wish you could spend an extra day, week, month on your project or do something else to help the people you’ve grown to know. You can make a difference in your lives and give back, go back or speak out and do something globally in your life.
Thank you for the lovely pictures, they are so clear! I really cannot wait to see you all at midnight on Tuesday evening. 🙂
Stay hydrated and get rest. I cannot wait for tomorrow’s post and really looking forward to seeing pictures of the completed projects!
Hi Connor,
Judging from the phone conversation you had with your Mom, it sounds like you are having a great time. Happy 17th birthday. Can’t wait to see you. Love and miss you,
HAPPY 17TH BIRTHDAY, CONNOR!! I know it’s not until Sunday, but I don’t think you will get this message until late Saturday night??? I hope you have a wonderful b-day in Nicaragua!! I’m sure it will be a memorable one! We will celebrate with the family when you return in a few days! Can’t wait to hear about all of your adventures. We all miss you so much and can’t wait for your return! We love you lots and are extremely proud of you! Mom, Dad, Cassie & Collin P.S. How about a picture on your birthday? 🙂
Happy Birthday, Connor! This is one birthday you will never forget. What a great adventure for you and all your new friends. Looking forward to hearing all the details. Love you!
Grandma
Your project looks amazing! Great work!
I signed on to find out how your CAP turned out but no posts. 🙁 I hope to read in the morning. Sweet Dreams all! 🙂