The day has come. The last day of CAP. With hard work and commitment us Glimpers have delivered an amazing project to the Casa De Los Suenos.
It all started off by having a 7 am wake up call which has been difficult to be as energized because we have working for two consecutive days. After we have gotten ready and packed our things we headed to breakfast to eat some pancakes with a banana which is our FAVORITE. Then after getting stuffed with some delicious breakfast by Don Carlos and his wife Maritza we hopped on our bus and headed to La Casa de Los Suenos.
On the way there we played the slappers and got hyped for our long day. We arrived at 9:15 and we were supposed to do an energizer as soon as we got to La Casa de Los Suenos. However our Glimpsers decided to get a head start on working knowing we had a time limit. The leaders of the day which was Yajaira and Raquel (a.k.a us) split into groups so we could a consistent work flow. There were four different groups. The table, interior/exterior painting, and the bookshelf group. Even though we had a head start on CAP day one and two, there was still a lot of work to get done, but that didn’t phase us. The table group already had finished the putting the table together, all that was left was to varnish the table so the kids could eat their gallo pinto on it. The interior painting group needed to finish to finish painting the entrance wall which consisted of a beautiful quote, ” Tu eres el dueno de tu propio destino.” The bookshelf group worked with our volunteer Deyvid to start and finish the bookshelf. The last group was to paint the exterior walls with a nice fiery red to make the building pop with a slight tint of orange that carefully outlined the bottom of the building.
Within three hours into finishing the project there was a slight miscommunication between the program coordinator and the Glimpsers resulting in change of color. At this point everyone was definitely tired and stressed and sweating like never before. Around 12 in the afternoon something brightened our day which was our LUNCH and the breaking a pinata and enjoying it with the cute little adorable kids. We devoured our lunch knowing that we still had work to do. Using our time wisely we stood committed to the end the only thing that was left was to paint the exterior walls. With the blazing hot sun and sweat running down our backs and foreheads we finally finished the CAP Project. We are so proud with our end product. We did this project knowing that this will truly impact the kids and that they don’t have to worry about having a steady table or a place to put their books.
Wow such an amazing contribution to humanity Glimpsers!! If this is what you are capable of at this age, just imagine all the great things that you will do to continue making a positive difference in people’s lives!! I am ecstatic to see such smiles despite the heat and fatigue you are all experiencing. Just remember that you ALL accomplished this task together and don’t forget how much you have contributed to these children’s future!! So proud of all of you awesome Glimpsers…(having goosebumps as I type this from being so proud of you all)!! You go Glimpsers!!!
Ty-Ty you are the epitome of “Service Above Self!” You truly have a compassionate heart, tremendous work ethic and I’m so proud that you chose to be apart of something so philanthropic!! Love and miss u !! Mumsy
It’s awesome to see the CAP finally finished.The glimpsers have proved that one small thing can change the world for someone. With hard work and fun you have shown your dedication to serve others in need.This finished art work will be an inspiration for everyone! Tyan your work ethic is crazy. You are a superhero in my eyes, all of you are!
Inspired,
Tyan’s younger brother Payton
WOOOOOOOHHH!!! You guys have done it, so proud that you guys have changed the lives of the people there and have created the best change that you guys were able to do and I admire all the hard work y’all have done. Kathia… Aylin, so proud once again that you have made an impact in your world. You guys have expanded from you little community of Hayward to being an international influence. Amazing.
Good luck guys and remember, the plane back home is around the corner.
P.S. Kathia good thing you got rid of that trucker hat and Aylin, I’m still waiting for you to be the leader, what’s going on over there!!
P.P.S. Aylin, I think you left your eyebrows back at home because I can’t see them in the pictures. ROOOOOAAASTTEDD!!! Sorry please don’t forget my gift
You all did an amazing job!!! La Casa de los Suenos looks fantastic! After sweating in places you didn’t know you could, I hope you are prepared to enjoy your last few days.
Can’t wait to see you soon Quiana! ❤
Mommy
I miss you Lily! This looks super fun and you’re doing good work but I can’t wait until you’re home!!
Miss you,
Sarah ❤️❤️
Hi hiarelli! We’ve been talking about you on the group chat lol. Steph says she misses you (we all do) and that she can’t wait for you to come back! Also jaynar posted Spain vid #3. Cant wait for all the wild Granada stories lol