It has been just under 24 hours since we all met at SFO and we are happy to report we have all safely arrived in Leon! We had a long journey, but everyone kept their spirits high. We were met in the airport in Managua, Nicaragua by our wonderful program coordinators, Summer and Cynthia. We departed in our own school bus with a sweet paint job. Our driver and his assistant delivered us through the rain to our hostal, with a stop to view Nicaragua’s largest lake as well as two of its volcanoes – Momotombo and Momotombito (pictured below)! After settling into our rooms and getting oriented, we had dinner at our comedor, Imebite, where we will have all our meals. Now everyone is enjoying some well deserved rest so that we are fresh to do it all again tomorrow! Feel free to follow along here on the blog and also to leave comments!
The green space outside our rooms at Hostal Casa San Jose!
The lake and volcano Momotombito
Our fabulous delegation ready to depart at SFO!
Hello Jeremiah! Thank you for your check in call today. It was nice to hear your voice. I had dinner with your baby cousin Ella, Uncle John & Auntie Ann and they are now at our house watching movies. Ella went to your room to look for you and she took the Cal bear as usual and played with it. Have an amazing time there! Soak it all in. Make lasting memories and don’t forget to take lots of pictures. I miss you! ❤️
Love,
Mom
So glad you’ve arrived to Leon safe . Wish you’re having fun Jocabed .. We all love you and miss you. Lots of hugs and kisses from James & I.
Your sister Ginesa ?
To: Jocabed Iniguez
I’m so happy for everyone enjoy, have fun & make the most of the opportunity you guys have been given. Learn from one another but most importantly help each other. Eduardo is only beeen one day and where miss you alreaady. Te queremos mucho. Tu familia.
Yay! It is so good to see that you all arrived safely after such a long trip to Leon. Thanks for the terrific photos. It looks so beautiful there!
Nicole, Thank you for the phone call. It was great to hear your voice.
We are missing you but hope you are having a amazing experience.
Sending much love and hugs,
Mom, Dad, Alex and Molly
Naas
Im glad to see you made it safe. I miss you already lol if you can, call me have funn and i cant wait for you to come home to tell me about your trip. Ill be here ? I love you
-Allanah
Hi Fontanna,
It is great to hear that you arrived at Leon safely. We are so glad you have the chance to open your mind to new culture and new place.
Have much fun and enjoy your trip!
We miss you!
Love,
Mom and Dad
Hiii Marysol,
Hope you’re having a great time. Good to know you made it there safely. Remember all my words of wisdom and sage advice.
Have fun, make lots of memories.
-Best wishes, much love, etc etc.
La Madio
To the Leon 2 Delegation: relieved and happy that you all arrived safely! Beautiful photo of the Lake and Volcano.
To our dearest Simone: thank you for the voice message and I’m happy you spoke live to your sister Ella! The green space outside of your room reminds me of our stay in Villa Escuadero in the Philippines! We will check the blog again tonight and every night to follow your amazing journey. Make memories…make a difference…make friends…and most of all make us even more proud than we already are! You are my SUNSHINE!!! We love you!!! ❤️
Hi Ggbee! The pictures look great. Can’t wait to see what your group and the locals decide to do for the project. Love you!?
Simone,
So glad your group arrived safely. Enjoy this experience to the fullest. I know you have to much to offer and am looking forward to reading your blogs!!
Love,
Judy Brackin
Hi Peter,
We are glad to hear that you all arrived safely in Leon. I missed your call on Saturday but I’m happy you spoke with dad. Leon looks beautiful! I can’t wait to hear all the stories. Take lots of pictures to share with us! I wish you an amazing stay in Leon.
We miss you so much!
Much love from Mom, dad and Alex.
Eduardo! You made it to Nicaragua! :)) ahh! Can’t believe you are so far away from us, lol! Hope you are having a lot of fun, can’t wait to hear all about your experience & see all the wonderful pictures/videos you take. Enjoy every moment of this trip and stay safe. Miss you and love you cousin! :)))! Hugs!
P.S. I will comment here often, so look out for my messages! Haha!