Hola mi nombre es Dallana y tuve el privilegio de ser uno de los primeros dos Lideres Del Dia.
Today started with a 6:30 wake up call and a 7am breakfast. Then we had another seminar and by 9am we were on our way to La Moya – an indigenous community 30 min. outside of Riobamba. We were welcomed by a traditional horn blower which symbolically welcomed us. First thing we saw was a mural symbolizing everything happening in the community. For example, the different aspects of the culture from food, to weaving wool.
Our tourist guide took us through a small museum where we learned the legend of the Chimborazo mountain as well as 3 surrounding mountains, where legend has it that 2 were female and 2 were male. Basically they were all cheating on each other and Chimborazo destroyed the other male mountain and won both female mountains.
Next we saw the documentary about the ice merchant and how ice is collected and carried using rope made from dried straw. We even got to practice making the rope.
After a yummy lunch in the community we transitioned to our culture day. First we took a intense but fun ride on the public bus to experience the local transportation. We walked 3 blocks to Capilla del Sacrilegio (local temple) where we learned the history and signifigance of a controversial Priest and oldest catholic high school.
From there, we arrived at the much anticipated dance class led by the Renovacion Folklore Dance Group, learning tradtional Ecuadorian dances. Sharing the stories and traditions associated with the dances is important to keep these dances and the cultures alive and remembered. One of the most engaging aspects was wearing traditional outfits.
We miss you Dallana?
Hello everyone,
It’s good to see you all in the pictures. It looks like you are having a lot of fun already. Thank you, GG leaders! We’ll see you soon. Have a great time guys and be safe.
Elisabeth E.B.
Miss u Zahra!
@Dallana I showed Angel your picture and asked where is Nana? And he pointed at you and went “baahhh” thinking it was a sheep behind you lol
Nice commitment to the dancing, Maddie. Good to see you have the old man’s sweet moves.
hey zahra its mohsin we miss u so much
Hey Zahra, I hope you are having a great time.Love u Ali mamu n Fizza mami?
Zahra! Missing you loads!?
Looks like everyone is having a great time..thank you GG leaders. What an amazing experience. We miss you Julia❤️
Abrasos y besos,
Mama
Looks like you guys are having a blast! Hi Mindy!! Miss you!?
Hey Andrea learn well to dance so you can teach us?
Hi AMAY
How are you
Great photos, thanks! Katie – what a wonderful experience, complete with dance routines!
Hi Marcos, It looks like you guys are having a lot of fun! Enjoy! We miss you!
Culture day sounds amazing! Can’t wait to see your new dance moves, KK. Aly shared a snap chat pic of you today; love to see you smiling! It was Morgan’s bday today and she made me eat a donut…damn her! Love, Mama Belle
Wow, Maddie! Wonderfully full days!! So happy for your super experiences each day!!
Super pictures! So happy to see you and hear of the experiences you are sharing! Love you so much, Mom
WHoa?! Catholicism and Symbolism??? Sounds like a truly cultural experience! (especially the traditional clothing and what looks like traditional break dancing mhm mhm.)
Looks really fun. Hope your having a blast there. Miss you!!!
Hi Meghan! Seeing these photos makes us miss you more and more. We hope you come back with the same smiles, but brighter! See you soon! ❤️