Today June 20, 2018 was a different day for the Glimpsers to be able to explore Guaranda. Our day started off with a sunny morning and a good breakfast. Glimpsers split into two groups of eleven and each group had one GG leader with them. During our free time we went to many business and talked to workers about the profit they make. We learned that some workers would take advantage of people just because looking apart from the group such as, not being able to talk in Spanish fluently. But most people here got to bargain for low prices and some will thank you for buying their items. Glimpsers were able to buy gifts for their family members and friends.
During our free time Glimpsers were able to call their parents and tell them about their stay in Guaranda. Glimpsers were feeling refreshed to talk to their family members after days with no communication. We saw a couple of Glimpsers cry and be happy to hear from their family. After their call Glimpser were able to alleviate their homesickness.
After two hours of walking both groups met at “La Estancia” for another great meal. Afterwards, we walked to our English tutoring school to continue our third class. Dinner was interesting because we had a mini birthday party for one of the worker’s son, named Martin. Martin is a special kid who doesn’t have everything we have back home. His wish was to own a soccer ball; one of the Glimpser brought a ball to donate and he offered to give it to him. Martin showed us a lesson that you don’t need expensive stuff to be happy. I learn that the simplest things in life are the most valued things you have.
Nice to hear that you had a bit of free time to enjoy yourselves!!!; keep learning and enjoy the hard work, looking at those lives you touched ?
Poio, espero q nos hayas comprado una camisetas chidas liras ? te marcamos un beso y un abrazo
Atte
Tus unidades parentales ??
Hey Sara, Were you able to use the balls and stickers you brought for the kids? It looks like your working hard and having tons of fun. Take more photos were we can actually see you and you aren’t hidden behind someone/ something. We all miss you! XXXXOOO
YALL, Ruthie, Kim or Cynthia (I think it was cyn) I MISSED YOUR CALL I WAS SOOO SAD 🙁 I was in school when you called. I was so shocked and then right when I tried to swipe to answer it ended. I couldn’t stop thinking about it the whole day. Please call back again I miss y’all!
Looks like a wonderful party!!! So glad you got some free time to explore! Helinna if we missed your call I am sorry. Just know that I am following what is happening on your big adventure and can’t wait to hear all about it when you get home. Your puppies will be so excited to see you!
It’s the little things in life that matter!
Larissa, you have no idea how much we missed you at Julian’s bday party on Saturday but I’m glad you got to be a part of a birthday party out there for Martin!
Lari, you’ve always expressed gratitud but I’m sure you’re now even more appreciative for what you have!
Miss and love you tons!
Looks like a wonderful party, how nice that you could celebrate with a new friend! So great that you got some free time to explore and shop. Helinna, if we missed your call I am sorry. just know we are following the blogs and are excited to hear of all your adventures when you get home. Your puppies are going to be so excited to see you!
Yve, you calling me this morning made my day! So glad you’re enjoying your trip. I can’t wait to see and hear more about your learning experiences. Continue being YOU and continue giving your all. I love you my beautiful child ❤️
-Mom
Yvette, seeing posts of all your hard work makes me so proud! Especially you helping making Adobe bricks for their homes. Enjoy the time you have left and make the most of your time giving. Which we all know is what you love! Keep up the good work! This is one of many more things I know you will do. You are my shining star!!!!
Love, Dad
Hi Anna!
We got your email and phone message. Thank you.
So glad to hear you hat things are going so well. We miss you too but are so excited for this opportunity for you.
Enjoy every minute. I am sure it will be very memorable
Akshay so good to read your messages Friday m the internet cafe. Glad to know that you are having a good time.
With lots of love,
Aai and Baba
It was so good to hear from kids yesterday after long time. It is exciting to hear the way they are helping communities and getting adjusted with them. It was very thoughtful of kid who got soccer ball as birthday gift. Keep up with this good work. Cant wait to hear back from you again.
Dear Glimpsers,
I am really enjoying these blogs and am sorry to have not commented sooner. It seems you are learning the joy of simple things and the pleasure found in sharing even if you do not have much. I am impressed that the children you meet are so welcoming and how they have fun with very simple things like potatoes and melons. Thanks for the call home it was nice to hear all is well. Keep up the great blogs!
Hey Ruthie , Kim , and Cynthia ! Hope you guys are having fun out there & doing great things ((: see y’all soon !
Mayita todos envían unos mensajes Bien largos !!, Jajajaj te quiero mucho y sigue disfrutando de esto que estás haciendo y que es muy hermoso ?
Hola Kimmy me dio mucho escucharte y saber que estas diafrurando tu tiempo en compania de todos tus compañeros. Saludos especialmen Cinthya y Ruthy. Te qeremos mucho tu papi,Adrian yo. Cuidate y que Dios los acompañe