The leaders of the day were Jessica Ambrose, Briseida Ayala and Jocelyn Romero. Today we met with Esteban Polanco, one of the founders of the Federation of Farmers, at the Federation. He shared his story and why he started this organization. He told us that through hard work, hope, and perseverance he was able to peacefully get the government to meet with him and his followers. In order to achieve this goal, they protested for 17 days sitting in the middle of the road to access the mountain to block it to have the rights to their land.
The Federation of Farmers run a coffee plantation, offer schooling to the community, and housing with electricity to visitors, but their main goal is to sustain their rural way of life in their beautiful mountains. They also educate the youth about their history and the environment. Today they accomplished that by inspiring and motivating the Glimpsers to unite and discuss possible CAP (Community Action Project) – these are the community service projects that we are going to complete in the federation next week.
Later in the day, we had two hours of free time in which some played cards with each other, others played a match of volleyball with some of the ambassadors, and spent time in the playground with the kids. After dinner, we had a seminar about what to expect tomorrow when we will be living like locals.
Great story! Sounds like you all are learning so much and also having fun with each other!
Living like a local tomorrow! Super exciting! Good luck all!
Can’t wait for the blog tomorrow!
Hey Glimpsers!!! We’ve really been enjoying the blog — reading what you’ve been up to (which is a LOT!) and seeing all the pictures (with your beautiful smiling faces).
Lovey!!! Also known as #26 (???) Hailey — we miss you tons!! Daddy and Baby have been moping around the house since you left, so I decided I’d better make some plans. I took Lil’ Schmoo on a hike with Susan this morning. She just loves Wyatt, and she even had a good time with Moose and all his puppy energy. I’ll have to tell you Susan’s AAU story when you get home — it’s a doozy! I told Daddy we should see a movie (I’m trying to distract him), so we saw Jurassic World this afternoon and brought Paula. Speaking of Paula, a great unit just came available at the Redwoods and … she’s moving in in 3 weeks!!! Also, Daddy gave Dr. G your note. He said he was bummed you didn’t get to see too much, so he’s going to talk to some patients and ask if they’re okay with you sitting in so you can see something more extensive (like a “flap”). Daddy-O is heading off to Georgia (the country) on Tuesday for a week, so I’ll just have one mopey puppy to distract 😉 I’m going to guess maybe you tried the coffee and most likely played some volleyball today. We can’t wait to hear all your stories from this great adventure! xoxo – the stars and all the grains of sand, Mama, Daddy, and Baby
Big Love to all you Glimpsers!!
I Love You Bris, I miss you so much 🙂
Wow-some inspiring life lessons from Mr. Polanco. Good luck with your CAP projects!
Sounds like an interesting day. Thanks for the update for today. Rhay, we miss you and wish we could see you in the pictures.
Hi Briseida, We miss you so much and we’re so proud of you that you got to be one of the leaders. We love you so much and can’t wait of you to come back!
Hi Briseida, We miss you so much and we are so proud that you got to be one of the leaders. We miss you, love you and can’t wait for you to come back!
-Family Ayala R.
Very inspiring!! Sounds like another eventful day for all your Glimpsers!! Dear Rohini, we miss you a lot. Don’t know why you are not able to get through any of the numbers… 🙁 Please try 579-2566/0066 or Anu aunt number that I shared earlier. Glad to see you in one of the pictures in the post. I bet you would have chosen to play cards with friends for your free time activity yesterday. I am returning from Divya’s dance graduation. Everyone missed you over there. Will show you pictures when you get back. Amma and annayya are doing well and waiting to hear from you as well. Love you so much and so proud that you are managing things on your own and going through such an enriching experience for yourself. Love you!!! Please call…
Naanna
Wow. Pretty amazing story about the farmers. Can’t wait to hear about living like locals.
Good to see your face Syd!
Luv u
Hi Whitney and Lisa! I am loving reading about your trip so far! I am looking forward to keeping up with the blog posts, especially when you are LDDs. Keep pushing yourselves outside of your comfort zone, making connections, and soaking up every experience.
Hello Ms. Bonnez
Definitely Whitney is outside her comfort zone.
she’s never been away from us for a long period. But the picture I see them posting seems that she’s is having so much fun. I see her smiling, so that’s good. Thank you so much for also checking on the girls. When we were at the airport They seemed very excited to leave and explore but at the same time a bit sad leaving their families. Take care Ms. Bonnez
Hi Whitney how are you doing Mi Niña hope you are having a lot of fun! We are doing good, missing you a lot. Luca ? is missing you he cry by your bedroom door waiting to see you lol! Your Daddy says hi ?? he’s been asking when will you call again. Mykel and Jocelyn te extrañan too. They say to have a lot of fun! Cuídate mucho mi niña mommy misses you a lot. Love you to the moon ? and back.. ?
MIss you all so much!!
Hey Briseida!
It’s Tyan your GG ambassador! I got to get caught up with all the blogs about your trip! I’m so proud that you decided to take this opportunity to experience this amazing trip! And I’m so happy seeing you smile in these photos, youre glowing!! I’m so excited to see what more you glimpsers do for the rest of your trip:)
-Tyan Wilson