Hey friends and families,
This is Xavier and David, the leaders of the day for DAY 5. Today was a day to cherish, the group had the opportunity to travel to Escuela de Sordos Mudos, a school for deaf kids, where we learned Spanish sign language (SSL). The group then met and conducted interviews with very friendly and beautiful families. Families that we will have the opportunity to help very soon through our CAP (community action project). These amazing families welcomed us with love and open arms. We quite literally did not want to let them go as we had to head back to our accommodation for the day.
As we learned more about Escuela de Sordos Mudos, we uncovered fascinating facts. To start, we played “rules,” a game that consists of two players attempting to guess the pattern/rule that the opposing group chose. WE WON. Escuela de Sordos Mudos takes age groups ranging from 6-13 years old and currently has 7 students. They’re working on a program that aims to provide a high school for kids who are coming of age. Also, the group got to see the three different spaces that create the school.
After visiting Escuela de Sordos Mudos, the group got to conduct an interview with families from a community that we will help through the CAP. We got to interact and understand the different aspects of their community and who the people are. We will make concrete floors for the families that we got to meet. Two of the three houses were close, so we got to see them today and we will visit the last house very soon. Seeing these houses allowed the group to think about how different families live, and how we will be able to help them. The kids were very energetic and bubbly, bringing smiles to the entire group. We very quickly built a very loving bond with the kids, and they also taught us a different kind of way to whistle. Very hard to explain, so the sweet little girl who was doing the impressive whistle told us to take our hands out, as she guided every single one of us in hopes for us to be able to whistle just like her. This was an amazing experience for all of use and we cannot wait to see them again.
Sincerely,
Xavier and David.
P.S. (Xavier): I called you and you did not answer.
P.S.(David): Hi guys.
Chaya, Maya is going to check out the blog. What are you guys saying in the video? I am so proud of you for what you are doing to help the families! I hope you find some fresh coconut water soon!
So amazing đź‘Ź so proud of you guys
What a fascinated experience you guys had, helping others and seemed how other people live makes you appreciate everything you have. Helping is always so rewarding experience. Great job all
La Escuela de Sordos y Mudos and Spanish Sign Language (SSL). Wow, that must have been a profound and enlightening experience. You must feel a sense of satisfaction knowing that you have the capability in helping a community in need. You are on the road to becoming great/successful leaders.
So Isabela, you’re laying out concrete floors. Exciting. We may have a project for you at home. It was GREAT speaking with you today. Hearing your voice meant the world to us! Can’t wait to hear how the project goes.
Miss you! Love you!
Wowwwww that awesome, I love how everyone is learning something different about the Country everyday.
This is so cool. I’m thoroughly impressed by you young leaders. Keep up the good work.
~Auntie Aprille
lol I’m sorry I didn’t hear my phone but you were able to call me back later in the day and I was happy to hear your voice and all the exciting things you have been doing. I can’t wait till you get home so you can tell me more of these amazing experiences that you get to be apart of , I love and miss you xoxox
Hey everyone! Sounds like this was an amazing, memorable day! Love reading the posts and the pics. Looking forward to see how you will help these families through the CAP. Keep up the good work!
laying concrete floors! What a great project and such a satisfying thing to do.
Fernanda, lovely talking to you yesterday.
Have a great time everybody! Stay hydrated!
P R I N C I A N N A 🙂 Mommy misses you so much!! Glad to see you’re enjoying yourself making new friends and learning about new cultures. I love you Baby cakes! Lol
What an amazing day all of you had! It’s very exciting to hear about your daily adventures. Can’t wait to hear what you’ll do next.
Cooper, it was great talking to you and we’re happy you are doing well.
Keep up the great work you are doing!
Hi kez am so proud of you its a joy to be a blessings to others so enjoy the trip helping families,stay focus love you cant wait for your return home to hear of your experience ok