Baahhhhhh (that’s a goat sound by the way) was what the Global G’s woke up to at 6:30 in the morning. We started off the day with a warm reminder of home when we walked into the kitchen to find that we were going to have frosted flakes for breakfast.
After breakfast we had a very exciting workshop led by a man who goes by the name “El Bailarin”. He shared with us a dance that he is recognized for called Buloria, an indigenous dance. He then showed us how to build kites out of sugar cane sticks. It was fun to see the Global G’s getting competitive over whose kite was better, however we must say that everyone’s kite looked amazing.
On the two hour journey to the dump of Constanza, the Global G’s were mentally and emotionally preparing themselves to see the reality of what poverty really is. When we arrived to the dump we were deeply moved by the intense image of the smoke rising from the burning trash and swarms of flies. We were kindly received by the people who work at the dump. They gave us a small tour of the area and kindly answered all of our questions. Towards the end of this experience, everyone got very emotional at the realization of how fortunate we are to live with all our basic necessities. The trip continued to get emotional as we saw how happy the kids were when they found out we had made kites for them. Groups, once again, started to get competitive over whose kite flew the highest.
We also shared snacks and juice with the workers. We concluded this life changing experience with a huge thank you to the workers for taking time out of their day to share their life with us.
Even though some of us were still a little emotional from the trip to the dump, we were excited to meet the delegation group of Constanza. We had lunch at their hostel and the food was great, however it will never be as good as Licelot’s. We were surprised by the fact that their hostel was a very nice hotel. Although some of us joked about switching to Constanza’s delegation, at the end of the day we wouldn’t change anything about the experiences we have had together here in Bonao. The bond between the Global G’s will never be broken.
As you can imagine, everyone was tired. Everyone took a quick power nap knowing that as soon as we arrived back at the orphanage we would have to be ready to teach our English classes. After our English classes we had “mangu con chuleta” for dinner. Despite the overwhelming emotions felt today the Global G’s managed to finish the day off strong.
“We are the only ones who get the job done!
Global G’s rolling through the seas… SON!” c:
Saludos querido Ismael! Thank you Glimpsers Andrea and April for doing a great job of expressing the emotional impact that, without a doubt, was felt by the entire group! While images in a book or on a screen can be extremely moving, it can never compare to actually experiencing it in the flesh!
You’ve all had quite a day! You’ve stepped out of your ‘comfort zone’ if, for only a brief moment, into a reality that, sadly, is lived by far too many on this planet! You’ve all done some major growing up today and , im sure I speak for all your families , when I say that we are very proud of all of you! Global Glimpsers rock! Si Se Puede!
Te queremos mucho Ismaelito!
Hi Katie! I hope you’re having fun. 🙂
Hi my April, Here I’m reading the beautiful experience that you and your group are having in Bonao, I’m so proud of you, because you have a big heart and I know this experience it’s going to make a big positive impact on your life. Maybe someday you and your group can change the life of children who lives on this conditions, the pictures remind me of the poorness of my hometown. I Love you April. Thank you very much Global Glimpse and summer search and all the people who donate to make this trip possible. Oscar Rojas.
Hi April I miss you so much, I miss hearing your laugh and I miss sleeping with you but I know you are having so much fun and really hot over there. I also read about the experience you are having, it sounds like a lot of fun. I wish I would’ve stuffed myself in your luggage to see and experience what you are doing right now. I think its very cute that you teaching kids english. I just wish I was there to see there faces. When you come home I know you are going to feel good about yourself because I know I would. well I am going to stop here before I write an essay. But I LOVE YOU SO MUCH! -from your little sister Natalie <3
Hola mi niña papa y naty ya te dijeron todo solo quiero que sepas que me siento muy orgullosa de ti y que te quiero con todo mi corazón tu Mami.
Hiiii Andrea and Angelina!! And a huge hello to all of the Global G’s. It sounds like today has been quite the emotional roller coaster. I want to encourage each of you to write down some thoughts you had today so that you can return to them later. This trip is so packed that a lot of its richness and lessons will unfold as you process more after you return. Give yourself as much information/memories to work with in doing that work. Sending you so much love and encouragement from Nashville, TN!
OMG what an amazing experience you all had! As I was reading about the dumps it brought tears to my eyes but in spite of the circumstances you all manage put a smile on those children’s face with your kites!
Hi Jason Vo, the whole family misses you and hope you are having a good time and that this trip is helping you learn and giving you a great experience. Love to see you smiling!
Great to See Andrea Walle and all of her group doing such good work, and taking the time to write about it.