Another hard day’s work here in Costa Rica! We started off the day by waking our Glimpsers at 6 AM. Some of us relaxed in our patio hammocks as others prepared for the long day ahead. For breakfast, we sat in order of arrival to the airport. On the menu were huevos con jamon (eggs with ham), hash browns, fruta (fruit; pineapple, watermelon, and papaya), pan (bread), café (coffee) and jugo de naranja (orange juice). We played “the Grocery Store game” in the front lawn to energize our minds, and then embarked on an arduous uphill climb to the Escuela Otto Perez, our workplace for the week.
When we arrived at the school, we played a quick round of 7-up as we waited for instructions. At 8 AM we split into four groups. One group continued digging the hole that we started yesterday. Another cleared out a vast grass patch by pulling up weeds and slicing through tall grass. A few also designed and repainted the front play yard. One of our leaders (Ian), sustained an injury early into the session, but after being patched up continued the work. At noon, lunch was served. We enjoyed arroz (rice), pasta, fajitas con pollo (fajitas with chicken), ensalada (salad), one of the many lovely meals provided by our caterers. From 1:00 to 4:00 PM, we got back to work. The dirt pit was finally completed, and team members began to fill the hole with leftover tiling from the school. The painting team touched up the hopscotch squares on the playground and freshened up the colors in the play yard. Many of the groups either finished their work in advance or are very close to finishing. We returned back to the house at 4:00 just as exhausted as yesterday.
Our CAP projects have already transformed us as both leaders and humans. For one, we have pushed ourselves past our physical and mental limits, as we faced blazing heat and stressful tasks. Despite sunburns and pickaxe trouble, we persevered. We found that once we put our minds to our goal, we were unstoppable. We also discovered that sometimes we cannot gain instant gratification and that we should relish in that time. As we spent hours repeating the same movements, we were reminded of how far we had gotten since we started.
Dinner was served at 5:30- lasagna, garlic bread, and salad. Our caterers also prepared us a special treat- they prepared the pumpkin we found in the grass patch for dessert, drenched in sweet syrup and spices! Our nightly meeting was at 7, with the sloth being passed on to our new leaders for tomorrow. At 8:30, we held a game night and played rounds of Celebrity and card games. Now, we will go to bed and rest up for another busy day of work tomorrow!
Saludos from Ian and Tai
Ian I hope you’re doing ok. You told me it was a minor cut but your mother is worried. Hope it heals fast. Continue the good work and be careful.
Morning Sunshine!
Dare I say it’s been hot here for a couple days. It feels like it’s raining at some point everyday so our weather up here is relatively the same as yours.
The cats have taken over your new bed so I think you will have some new roomies when you get back….if they let you have any room. I pass the crowded torch onto you with pleasure.
You guys are making everyone at that school so happy! You must feel such joy in what you are accomplishing for those kids. Do you get to interact with them or are they out for the summer? If you don’t get to meet them, know that they will truly feel the love that you have used your hands to create change for them.
You are a special group of young ladies and men and I hope you know it.
Love you forever Dylan,
Your very proud mother and father.
hi emilie its matt, your boyfriend
i hope your having fun!
i miss you so much and I cant wait to hear all about your trip when you get back
Hello everyone
Looking at pics you guys are a great group and shows you work great together, that is awesome.. i can imagine how tiresome some of the work might be but think of how beneficial it is for that community and all the appreciation they have for you and your dedicated work. Im sure this is an experience you will carry in your hearts forever..
Once again stay safe and God Bless you all
kevins mom and dad
Thank you, Ian and Tai, for writing such detail in the blog.
You are all doing such great work for others, don’t forget to take care of yourself, too. Keep hydrated, and reapply sunscreen.
Be proud of your work and stay safe.
I can’t read this blog without getting hungry. The food sounds so good. You guys are rock stars for the work you’re doing. Fantastic that you’re part of that community. Keep it going, and eat a fajita or three for me.
Dear Hannah
I am really happy for all the hard work that you and your friends are doing.
God bless all the hands that are participating in this beautiful place. I can’t wait for you to come back and delight me by telling me about your experiences in that beautiful place.
Congratulations glimpsers for you great job.
I miss you, love you mom
I see my baby girl Nelci. I’m so proud of you keep up the good work. Lyndon wants you to know that Nova is devastated by your absence. You will have to do a lot of work when you get back to gain her forgiveness.
I see my baby girl Nelci. I am so proud of you. Keep up the good work. Lyndon wants you to know that Nova is devastated by your absence. You are going to work hard when you get back to gain her forgiveness.
Good Evening our amazing daughter Michelle and all the Glimpsers
There are not enough superlatives in the English language to describe
What Michelle’s parents are feeling right now. Each day we look forward to reading the blog and capture the essence of what you are all accomplishing. Do not ever let
Anyone tell you that you are lazy and do not care. I have never seen such a fantastic, brave, hardworking young adults such as yourselves. Our granddaughter was on the Glimpse excursion to Ecuador, so we can truly appreciate all your hard work.
We are very proud of you.
Love
Mom and Dad
Hi Jondel, what a daunting task! I can only imagine the energy you guys put into that task. Maybe you guys should get some work boots. I see you cover up your head, I can’t imagine that the weather is much hotter there than what we are currently experiencing. Keep up the good work. We are so proud of what you are accomplishing.
Hi Jasmine,
Message from mom: You all are working hard and making a difference in the lives of others. Stay hydrated!
Message from Jordyn: I miss you. Can you make cookies when you get back?
We love you!
Hi Tai,
We are so proud of you, and all the Global Glimspers. Though we miss you SO much, we’re incredibly happy that you’re able to gain this incredible experience with everyone on your team.
Can’t wait to hug you when you return.
love,
Dad, Mom, Rowan, Quinn, Ishy, Boppy, Graysen, Chanse and Sayler