Today, I learned what it was like to be a leader. At 9 am this morning, we arrived to Barrio Las Flores, the community where we would continue our CAP project from yesterday. I’m quite surprised that we were able to complete most of the project within the limited time we were given. The person that struck me the most as a true worker was Lolo, who worked nonstop without a drink of water or rest. Without him, we would definitely not be able to complete the project. Seeing Lolo work this hard just for the community has inspired me to make a change in mine. He has also taught me how to work diligently, and efficiently, and to not be lazy because all I do at home is wash dishes and take out the trash. Being Lider Del Dia has made me realize that it is just more than just showing compassion, courage, and commitment. You also need to show bravery, initiative, and responsibility. Life here in the Domincan Republic is much more different than life back home, one wrong step can lead you down the wrong path if you aren’t careful. Coming back home from this trip, I have grown mentally and I will take what I have learned from this trip and apply it towards wherever life takes me.
2023 Trips
- JA1A-BAY: Jarabacoa 6-2-2023
- RB1A-BAY: Riobamba 6-5-2023
- T1A-BAY: Turrialba 6-6-2023
- JA2A-BAY: Jarabacoa 6-7-2023
- C1A-CHI: Constanza 6-9-2023
- RB2A-CHI: Riobamba 6-12-2023
- T2A-BAY: Turrialba 6-12-2023
- RB3A-BAY: Riobamba 6-15-2023
- O1A-CHI: Orosi 6-16-2023
- JA1B-BAY: Jarabacoa 6-20-2023
- RB1B-LA: Riobamba 6-23-2023
- T1B-BAY: Turrialba 6-26-2023
- JA2B-CHI: Jarabacoa 6-26-2023
- C1B-WM: Constanza 6-28-2023
- RB2B-BAY: Riobamba 6-30-2023
- O1B2-NYC: Orosi 6-30-2023
- RB3B-NYC: Riobamba 7-6-2023
- T2B2-BAY: Turrialba 7-7-2023
- JA1C-BAY: Jarabacoa 7-10-2023
- RB1C-CHI: Riobamba 7-12-2023
- T1C-LA: Turrialba 7-14-2023
- JA2C-BAY: Jarabacoa 7-14-2023
- C1C-BAY: Constanza 7-17-2023
- RB2C-BAY: Riobamba 7-19-2023
- T2C-CHI: Turrialba 7-20-2023
- RB3C-NYC: Riobamba 7-25-2023
- T1D2-WM: Turrialba 7-26-2023
- JA1D-LA: Jarabacoa 7-28-2023
- RB1D-BAY: Riobamba 7-31-2023
- T2D2-BAY: Turrialba 8-1-2023
- JA2D-NYC: Jarabacoa 8-2-2023
- C1D-CHI: Constanza 8-4-2023
- RB2D-WM: Riobamba 8-7-2023
- T1E1-NYC: Turrialba 8-10-2023
- JA1E-NYC: Jarabacoa 8-10-2023
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Congratulations to the Glimpsers for their big accomplishment !!
What you ALL have done together on this CAP project is worth more than any awards you guys have received from school. It is priceless because of what you ALL have done for the kids and community. You ALL will be the leaders of the future. 🙂
N8, I am so very proud of you for getting out of your comfort zone in taking the leadership role for the day. Indeed, you have grown to recognize how easy you have it at home, and the hardship in other parts of the world are real. Love to hear all the adventures and local stories when you come back home.
Keep Glimpsing !!
We miss you. Megan, Mom & Dad.
Hi Nate, we’re glad you’re witnessing and learning many life lessons on this trip, especially being a Lider Del Dia. Also, we’re happy to know about your admiration for Lolo and many locals like him who showed you dedication, duty, and appreciation. Treasure these experiences. Enjoy the rest of the trip. We miss you much! Safe travels. <3 ^◡^ ♥ ♥