Hi my name is Iyanna and I am the leader of the day today. Today was the day where we had a big chunk of time to really start working on the CAP project. We went from dry dirt to a fenced in, fertilized patch of garden and from sad, dirty school walls to bright and vibrant walls on the school. To do all of this, we had to not be afraid to get dirty and be able to work 6 hours in the hot sun. It was very exciting!
So the day started with the three teams dividing conquering to gather all the supplies that they needed. Then, we had breakfast and went to the community. When we got there, some people went straight to the garden and some people started painting. The kids from the scool and some of the teachers jumped right in and started to help us. We took a short break to have lunch and play hopscotch and kickball with the kids. We finished working around 4 and then had to hop on the bus and get prepared for the talent show.
Talent show??! The talent show featured our English tutoring students and ourselves and we did it to celebrate the end of our delegation’s tutoring. At the talent show, we had some dancing and singing and a lot of eating. It was super fun to watch and participate in, but it was very sad to say goodbye to our students. My funny moment from the night was when the students gave me a bracelet to say thank you but it said “Arianna” instead of “Iyanna” – but it’s the thought that counts 🙂
Overall, the day went pretty well because we had fun while getting things done. I’m excited for tomorrow where we can finish up the CAP project and show our team spirit!
PS – Mom I miss you! And shout out to all the parents reading – your babies are fine!
Hi Natalie is your Tia claudia again I’m so happy that you guys are having so much fun painting and doing all this different things that they are helping you guys to learn I just pass by to say that we miss you and we. Love you ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I love it. You’re all learning valuable skills and more importantly these are all transferable skills. I like that Jacqui’s learning to paint and garden….you’re better than me, girl!! Too bad we have a drought in California otherwise I would’ve had you plant something at home. 😉
Ok TTYL.
Hi Xavier, Just a short note to tell you how proud of you and the group of kids you are with on what you are doing on this trip. First thing I do every morning is read the blog that has been posted. This is an experience that will always be with you. Love you, miss you and can hardly wait to see you.
hi natalie
just want to say i miss you and I’m so proud of you im so happy that i can see you on the pictures i can wait for you to tell me about this beautiful experience!! Estoy contando los dias para volvernos aver mi niña chula saves que eres mi todo te amo y estoy muy orgulloso de ti que diosito te cuide y te protega en tu camino y aqui te boy a esperar como cuando nasiste love mi madre
Hey Xav! MISS YOU! It’s been so long, I’m almost forgetting what you look like! (Guess I’ll need to stare at your brother some more 🙂 ) Sound like you guys are making a huge impact with your time and efforts. I love that you freshened up the paint at the kids school. Bright colors make people happy! And the sense of accomplishment for all this hard work is something you all can carry in your minds and hearts forever.
Iyanna, I had to giggle when you mentioned that they got your name wrong. Yep, it is the thought that counts! Don’t feel bad… Xavier has the same problem with his name. When I use my “talk-to-text” feature on my cell phone, it always spells out Xavier’s name as “eggs and beer”. haha.
Can’t wait to hear what’s coming next for you all. Any chance for a phone call home, Xav? (Nudge, nudge…) I actually have a question for you, so if you could call home, that would be great. 🙂
Keep up the amazing work guys!!
Great post Iyanna!
We are all so proud of you guys. I hope to see many pictures of the talent show! Nice painting Davalanya!
Love you and miss you much!
Hi Ivette I hope you guys having fun, I’m so happy for you. I’m miss you :-*
Love Mommy Judy
Hi iyanna bubba & caroline, im excited you guys are coming back Tuesday ! Get ready catch me bubbs:) & reyna and jelica says hi !!! Love you
Natalie espero con ancias tu llegada y espero en Dios tu regreso y que este haya sido un gran comienzo en tu vida y sepas apoyar ,ayudar a otras personas sin importar su genero social y valorar esta gran oportunidad que tuviste gracias a tu escuela y al programa de global glimpse y ver las necesidades de otras comunidades en un país diferente y valorar todo lo que la familia y este gran país tiene para todos ustedes y no dejar pasar las oportunidades y siempre a delante y para atrás ni para tomar impulso te amo micon todo mi
Iyanna,
I loved reading about your day as the leader. What a wonderful gift you gave the school with all your groups hard work. I am so happy to hear that you are having a great time. I will see you on Wednesday morning. I am counting down the days. Make sure you bring the pictures. Everyone wants to see them.
Love Mom