Hello everyone! My name is Selena Yang, El Lider Del Dia, and I’m here to tell you all about the fun we had today. We slept in until 8:30 AM, then ate a classic breakfast of Gallo Pinto, eggs, and fried plantain. Next, we sat down to design presentations for our Community Action Project, which will be carried out at Mujeres del Plomo in the next three days. After we finished planning, we split off into groups for two hours of free time. My group went to the internet café to call home, while the other groups bought jerseys and hung out at Barista, the first coffee shop built in Matagalpa. Everyone was punctual and made it back to the hostel for lunch. Afterwards, we prepared our lesson plans for the English tutoring tonight, then headed out for THREE more hours of free time! There were tons of stores open along the main street, from clothing to handmade pottery. The sun was blazing hot this afternoon, so naturally we went to get some refreshing iced coffee and delicious fruit crepes. After dinner at the hostel, we changed into business casual clothes and headed towards Colegio San Luis for our 4th English lesson. Each lesson turned out superior than the last since we have acquired more experience. The highlight of my day was helping a shy girl to pronounce some words and noticing her eyes sparkle as she was finally able to say them correctly.
Time is flying by fast. There are only five more days left in Matagalpa. 🙁 On one hand all of us do not wish to leave this charming city and spend more time bonding with our Nicaragua family, while on the other we can’t wait to fly back home and tell you guys all about our adventures!
Buenos Noches,
Selena Yang
P.S. Love you Mom and Dad & I can’t wait to see you guys! 🙂 <3
We are so glad to see that you blogged today. Especially enjoyed the part that you helped the girl to pronounce some words. Well done Selena ! Keep up the great work you guys!
Hugs Mom&Dad
Nat, it’s been amazing to read this blog every day and follow along with your journey. You make a big sister so incredibly proud of all that you’re doing! I know you probably don’t want to leave, but I definitely can’t wait for you to be back! I’m dying to hear about everything you’ve learned on this trip, about yourself and the world and the power you have to change it for the better. 🙂