Today things started to pick up on our second day of the CAP project, We finished one wall with a mural, started making progress on another wall, and completed the beds for the flowers and plants to lay in. Everyone worked hard to get things done. The people in the garden had the harder job because they were digging for hours in the sun in order to plant the flower beds. During the process of making the signs that would serve as labels for the plants, some kids from the school decided to help. This one boy who was 14 years old helped saw a piece of wood and did it way faster than any of us could, putting us to shame. They showed great commitment to the project. Not to say that painting the mural was any less difficult. We have some amazing artists in this group which made getting the mural complete way easier.
As we were winding down I was searching for good mangoes in the trees but all the good ones were high in the trees. So Anardo and Angie helped me by climbing up some trees to reach them. They both got mangoes but Angie was the most impressive because she got 3 really great mangoes from one tall tree. It was amazing! I think that by the end of this day everyone was exhausted but happy with the work we completed.
Joli
Can’t wait to see the photos you all hopefully took! Sounds like a great project that will be quite an eye-catcher when you’re finally done. Bet a cool shower felt good at the end of the day!
You’re all on your final 4-day countdown. I imagine some of you are excited to return to the familiar foods and comforts of home, while others wish they had more weeks to spend in Nicaragua. Just remember: take it all in, and be sure to do and see everything you possibly can. What a wonderful experience for all of you. Very lucky! And some lifelong friendships made as well these past few weeks, I imagine, that will carry on long after your trip… 🙂
Hi Morgan!!!
Can’t believe your trip is almost over. Hope you had a fabulous time. I am excited to hear how this trip has impacted you. I’m sure you have made lasting impressions on the locals there while creating lifetime friendships within your group. Enjoy it there. We are having hot weather here at home but I’m sure it will still be much cooler than what you’ve been subjected to the last couple of weeks.
Have fun & please grab me a magnet if you get a chance.
Thanks,
Ruby Fong
Well everyone seems to be finding amazing awareness’ . We read and re-read blogs to get all the nuances in everyone’s stories . You all build lifelong remembrances in the telling and give us insight into the scope of your character . Bittersweet thoughts that we cannot see you in these endeavors —a thought, is that possible for future Global glimpse to live stream some aspects of their trips or a designated counselor doing so ?
Shout out to our daughter whom we promised to not reveal in our blog comments . . .really , are we still held to that promise ? But just want you to know I love you so much and want to hear your voice, see your face. I miss you….
Hello Anardo 3 days left can’t wait to see you and see all the photos that you token hope everything is ok. i heard you climb a mango tree very impressive. your should be drained. its hot as every over hear feels like 100 for sure. you should see the dashiki shirts that I bought. they are to cute. have fun enjoy the rest of your trip. love you very much
What an assortment of amazing people, places and things you all have been able to see and do on this trip. Enjoy every minute and savor the memories. You’ll have a life time to hold on to these and add many more. I hope this trip will open some new doors for each of you. Clara I can’t wait to hear all about your trip and see some photos. I know they will be good. Ari stopped by to see you, they just got back from a year in Spain she was sad you weren’t home and is anxious to talk with you. Biscuit can’t figure out where you are and is missing a lap and snuggles.
See you soon Enjoy PAPA
Good job, everyone, on the mural and the garden, and yikes, climbing the trees for mangoes. Looking forward to your return. Gia, You are greatly missed. Kaylin asked about you as well.
Tarina arrived safely & gave fam a presentation of her trip last night, in addition to samples of coffee & chocolate & candy. Hint, hint, bringing back some local coffee, art work, chocolate, etc., are great ideas. Love you, Mom