Aye yo what’s up our fans its us Minnie and Karen reporting for duty. The pair leaders of the day for living like a local! The day started with a 6:30 am wakeup call for our 7:30 breakfast, which was hot chocolate and bread. After breakfast we headed to the community, Maguana de Medio, where we split into our host families and lived how they do. For example, we swept, moped, washed dishes, did laundry, made beds, and picked fruits to name a few. After that we went to their local river and spent some time dipping our feet in and skipping rocks. This period of time was such a memorable experience because we got an opportunity to connect and empathize with our host families.
For lunch we enjoyed a big feast with our whole community that consisted of rice and beans. During this time our delegation bonded with many of the local kids like brothers and sisters and before leaving the open-armed community, we presented the host families with certifications of great appreciation and gratitude on behalf of all the delegations that had contributed to their community.
Immediately after leaving our host families our free time officially began! All of us enjoyed this time with ambassadors and exploring the city. Some of us went souvenir shopping and got ice cream, while others got coffee and hung out at our amazing ambassador Vickys house. The boys got the juice lol.
Around 5 pm we all started our English tutoring classes. I (Minnie) taught the intermediate (ages 8-15) class. For class we focused on grammar and vocabulary by playing games, doing activities, taking notes, and more. My class has been amazing bunch of students that me and my fellow co-teacher, Caroline, love dearly.
My (Karen) class, also known as the sweetest class, (ages 8-12) had a great lesson which included activities like I spy and “my favorites”. My students had surprisingly improved a lot in just over a session. I felt like I genuinely helped the kids which made me feel accomplished and proud, especially since I tutored them myself.
Then we came back for dinner which was viveres and eggs and it was very delicious. We ended the long and tiring day with our nightly meeting and a self reflection. During our nightly meeting we both felt deeply supported by our fellow Glimpsers and leaders which we can definitely call familia.
P.S Hi mom and dad (Karen’s parents) I miss you and Alexis and everyone back home 🙁 I love you guys!
HI BESTFRAAAND IMY LOTS and I can’t wait to tell you the amazing experience I am having here in the Dominican Republic!!
Omg you chose to be leader of the day in Living Like A Local Day (‘: same. IM SURE YOU DID AN AMAZING JOB AS LEADER! Hope you weren’t too stressed out about it. and omg dude im sooooooo proud of you for tutoring all those people yourself. Keep making ya best friend proud. Go best friend thats my best friend.
Minnie, where is my s/o?
Oi Marina! Fiquei feliz e, ver vc na foto, toda sorridente! Depois quero saber como foi o seu dia com os locais. Fique com Deus ! Te amo! Beijos!
Mamãe
Esta manana al despertar esperada darte los buenos dias pero vi tu recamara bacia pero que grandioso fue pensar en que ese hermoso tesore que poseemos esta adquiriendo un enorme sentimiento hacia los demas y adquiriendo sabiduria de sus semejantes para hacer lo mismo con los que le esperamos.
Hey Erin. What a day! Even though you worked hard I’m sure you enjoyed being with the local people. I sent a comment yesterday but I don’t think it went through. Hope you enjoyed your free day. Did you get your hair braided as well? ( to your fellow female teammates: Erin is a braiding wizard!). Next time you go to the cafe can you shoot us/me an email or call? I know dad said it wasn’t necessary but we would love to hear from you. Love you. Keep up the good work
Amazing love to see what you guys are doing and how accomplished it seems you guys are in doing it!
Even tho I miss Jay like crazy it gives me so much satisfaction to see how she is growing and what this is teaching her and her fellow mates. My prayers to you and may God continue to protect and keep you guys safe as you help others and show his love.
Minnie (aka-P**psie), mommy miss you a bunch! Especially, when you asked me how my day went each time I see you. Wish there was some direct contact at some point soon…! Make sure to eat enough, sleep enough, and volunteer as much. Just to get a glimpse of these few photos is enough to make your mom proud! So when do I geto talk to Miss P**psie? Wondering if she’s homesick or has she adjusted herself. Be safe and sound P**psie
Auntie Linh is very proud of you Minnie. Keep up the good work! ?. You and your team are doing good deeds ♡ and to that cheers for your beautiful and awesome givings. Enjoy your time there Minnie <>
Hey Ben, Shela, and Minnie! Glad to see you guys are having fun and learning a lots there. I’m getting ready to go to the airport from Leon Nicaragua☺️ Remember to make the most out of this trip like I did. And how is the food, is it good? Bring some back to the states maybe?! ?
And uhm Ben, I missed you so much! See you in a few days❤️