Hello to the loved ones back home and to those that are tuning in to these daily blogs,
This is Daniel Mandujano and Daicy Perez, we want to start off by telling that we had a very interesting day. Todays theme was deconstructing poverty and to understand the meaning of poverty. We went to a local dump just outside of san cristobal, we met many different workers that gave us an insight into their lives. For example their main job is to collect trash and end up selling to make their money. They provide for their families and it was very interesting to realized just how different their lives were to ours back in the USA. Afterwards we came back to the accommodation and discussed what we learned. One of the responses that stood out to all of us was our in country leader Brayan, his response was how the true definition of poverty is based on not having the necessities to survive, that there is a big difference between need and want. today was very impactful to us and our peers because we learned to appreciate the little things in life, following the idea of appreciate little things as in right now we are having a great time connecting with each other and building great relationships. We really wish that all our families were here to witness and experience the joy we are having in the Dominican Republic. Thanks for giving your time to read the daily blogs we miss you all and take care.
How humbling! Thank you GG’s….and Yes, we love your daily updates…and pictures;)
Enjoy these last few days! Lexi, I will be sure to watch my phone tomorrow love?❤️
Thanks for all of your great blogs Glimpsers. It’s exciting to read the updates. We continue to be amazed by the diversity of experiences, and the opportunities you have to gain understanding and empathy for others. This is truly a life changing experience! Make the most of your last few days.
Love and miss you Marbella! Toddy sends a big hug too!
Miss you Connor!! I hope you guys post pics of your project, including the bleachers. It sounds like you’re having an incredible experience.
HI BIZ!!!
wow you’re already almost done with your trip and i JUST found the blog! Glad to see your trip is just as packed as mine was!
Ps i accidentally posted this on an old blog and realized you probs wouldn’t check ?
SEE YA SOON
Thank you GG’s…for your pics, and updates…
Daniel M We are so proud of you I’m sure you are learning a lot from this experience. we love you and miss you
Mom and Dad
Your day was humbling indeed and at the same time an awakening experience.
It’s great to know that you are enjoying everything around you and that your are building strong and beautiful friendships.
Thank you for the blogs…our family looks forward to reading them.
Cristian, we celebrated Grandma & Grandpa’s 65th wedding anniversary today..we all miss you very much. Can’t wait to see you and hear all about your amazing trip.