Hi readers, welcome to our blog. It’s Ria and Maria.
Today was free day, which meant glimpsers went out into the city in 3 large groups. Most groups visited the Nicaraguan version of Starbucks, Seleccion, the small, cute donut shop Yum Yum, Kiss Me, unanimously determined to be the best ice cream shop ever, and internet cafés. Our group decided to play Hola, a game in which each person has to say “Hola!” to at least one stranger on the street. The game prompted interaction with locals rather than glimpsers just talking to each other. You could say that this free day was more successful than the last, because everyone got to do what they wanted to do, and all of the groups reported back to the hostel on time, without any issues. Even though traffic laws are practically nonexistent here, everyone was careful when strolling the streets so that no accidents happened. Although today was a free day, we were still encouraged to think about what we have learned from this trip and share more with the people. Some of us ran in to the students we tutored in English and spent some time with them. Being on our own, we had more responsibility to be organized and watch out for each other while having fun. It was definitely a very joyful day full of laughs and many photo shoots.
Signing out, your Líderes del Día
Ria and Maria
(shout out to Anthony and Calvin for not getting injured… today)
Open the eyes of tomorrow's leaders.
Only a few more days left until the trip is over :-((
Make the most of your trip Ahill Glimpsers! Sending big love from San jose :-))
Loved seeing your completed project pictures. Congratulations on doing a great job on them! We can’t wait to see you and hear about everything!! It was so nice to get your messages today, Nicole 🙂 Glad you enjoyed your free day, and wishing you an awesome last 2 days in Matagalpa. Sending you lots of hugs and kisses.
Cynthia (S),
I can’t believe I missed your call! Love you!
Mom
Charley- We were so hoping to hear from you. We hope you enjoyed a day off! If you get another chance to call try 925-548-8196. We miss you and are so proud you took this program on! You and your fellow glimpsers are amazing! See you in a couple days! Stay safe!
Hola Maria,
Es bueno saber que han aprovechado Al máximo su tiempo allá. Me gusta saber que así como han trabajado también han disfrutado. Ayer fue cumpleaños de Emiliano el hijo de Miguel y fuimos a visitarlos. Los guys se la pasaron bien nadando excepto por Leo porque todavía le duele un poco su oido. Hoy tendremos una parrillada en la casa por Día del Padre. Tu tía Delfina regresa hoy de Perú a ver que historias nos plática. Todos en la casa te extrañamos, tu abuelita pregunta todos los dias por tí, recibe saludos de parte de todos. ??
Hola Gabby and the Matagalpa M1A Crew! Thanks for sharing your great adventurous fun free day around Matagalpa! Sounds like everyone had a fun time doing what they wanted to do: from hanging out at your favorite spots, shopping and to the game of ‘Hola’. Thanks for the cool email Gabby!
Enjoy your last days! Looking forwarding to seeing you at the airport! Miss u Gabby! Love Dad
Hi Ria
Thanks for the great summary. It appears that you all had a fun with “Hola” game – interacting with locals. It is interesting to know that there is no traffic laws enforced, yet traffic flows with no incidents.
Glad you enjoyed the Free Day with lot of fun!! We miss you very much.. and looking forward to seeing you soon. And we will be waiting to listen to more stories in person. Have a safe trip back home !!
Love