Today was our Community Action Project (CAP) 3 Execution, and our last day to finish the CAP Project. On top of that pressure to finish, we were also both Lideres Del Dia. We are usually the ones who are not leaders, so this pushed us out of our comfort zone. We both worked as a team to make sure that everything was on task while taking into consideration of how others felt. Today was the hardest day of the trip, which motivated us to make everything go smoothly. It was powerful to think that we were the people in charge of everyone and we needed to make sure the project was completed. We made sure that everyone who was responsible for their assigned tasks were using their time wisely. We were inspired by how everyone was able to complete this life-changing project. To name a few: Shrey finished reprogramming all of the computers, Lilia and Tiffany and the rest of the mural crew completed an amazing mural, Michael was able to do the task that nobody was brave enough to do (cleaning up the many messes we made). Also, we were inspired by each other. We pushed each other farther out of our usual bubble to be the best leaders we could be. Not only did we push ourselves, but we uplifted each other’s attitudes. At home, we have never been in charge of this big of a project before. We did this project with a new community and new people, but we adapted to each challenge that was thrown at us. Looking back at our project, we accomplished something amazing. Years from now, the mural that we all completed together will still be standing. Our impact on their community will be with them forever and their impact on us will be a lifelong memory.
2024 Trips
- T1A-BAY: Turrialba 1 6-5-2024
- JA1A-BAY: Jarabacoa 1 6-6-2024
- TA1A-BAY
(formerly RB1A): Las Tablas 1 6-7-2024 - JD1A-CHI
(formerly RB2A): Juan Dolio 1 6-10-2024 - T2A-BAY: Turrialba 2 6-10-2024
- JA2A-BAY: Jarabacoa 2 6-12-2024
- T3A-CHI: Turrialba 3 6-13-2024
- C1A-LA: Constanza 1 6-17-2024
- CH1A-BAY: Chitre 1 6-17-2024
- SP1A-BAY (formerly RB3A): San Pedro 1 6-18-2024
- TA2A-CHI
(formerly CH2A): Las Tablas 2 6-18-2024 - C2A-BAY: Constanza 2 6-20-2024
- T1B-WM: Turrialba 1 6-24-2024
- JA1B-CHI: Jarabacoa 1 6-24-2024
- TA1B-BAY
(formerly RB1B): Las Tablas 1 6-24-2024 - JD1B-NYC
(formerly RB2B): Juan Dolio 1 6-28-2024 - T2B-BAY: Turrialba 2 6-28-2024
- T3B-LA: Turrialba 3 7-1-2024
- JA2B-BAY: Jarabacoa 2 7-1-2024
- C1B-NYC: Constanza 1 7-5-2024
- CH1B-BAY: Chitre 1 7-5-2024
- H1B-NYC (formerly RB3B): Heredia 1 7-8-2024
- TA2B-LA (formerly CH2B): Las Tablas 2 7-8-2024
- C2B-WM: Constanza 2 7-9-2024
- T1C-NYC: Turrialba 1 7-12-2024
- JA1C-BAY: Jarabacoa 1 7-12-2024
- TA1C-CHI (formerly RB1C): Las Tablas 1 7-12-2024
- JD1C-LA (formerly RB2C): Juan Dolio 1 7-16-2024
- T2C-CHI: Turrialba 2 7-17-2024
- T3C-BAY: Turrialba 3 7-19-2024
- JA2C-NYC: Jarabacoa 2 7-19-2024
- C1C-NYC: Constanza 1 7-23-2024
- CH1C-WM: Chitre 1 7-23-2024
- SP1C-BAY (formerly RB3C): San Pedro 1 7-26-2024
- TA2C-NYC (formerly CH2C): Las Tablas 2 7-26-2024
- C2C-CHI: Constanza 2 7-26-2024
- T1D-BAY: Turrialba 1 7-30-2024
- JA1D-CHI: Jarabacoa 1 7-31-2024
- TA1D-NYC
(formerly RB1D): Las Tablas 1 8-1-2024 - JD1D-WM
(formerly RB2D): Juan Dolio 1 8-2-2024 - T2D-NYC (GK): Turrialba 2 8-6-2024
- JA2D-WM: Jarabacoa 2 8-7-2024
- T3D-NYC: Turrialba 3 8-8-2024
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WOW !!! You all did an awesome job! The mural looks great! So proud of you guys. I am so happy to see such smiles on your face despite the heat.
Bella you look so happy! The mural looks absolutely beautiful <3 love & miss you
I love it brother miss and love you can’t wait to see you !!- Luzsha
Dear Glimpsers, congratulations for successfully completing the CAP project. The mural wall looks spectactular and amazing. It is a masterpiece. Great work guys. I feel like framing your picture with the backdrop!! Shrey, i’m so proud of you. I can’t wait to hear about how you managed to fix all the computers and made them functional! Well done you guys. Cheers- Shrey’s Mom
PS: thank you for fixing the google photo link. I could see all the pictures and glad to see the CAP project in action.
Hi Vonne. We’re so proud of you for stretching beyond your comfort zone today. Good job to you and Kathy! The mural is beautiful! So proud of all you glimpsers for what you’re accomplishing this summer. The world really needs more doers like you!! Vonne, we hope you’re taking in each and every moment. We miss you and can’t wait to hear all about this amazing trip. Love you!
Hi GGL David!
I may not have been able to be your partner in crime this year but I’ve been stalking (I mean following) your journey in Panama. I’m so envious of this new destination and adventure. I see that your hat from Ecuador made the trip. You seem to have another remarkable group of glimpsers that I can see growing and evolving as I read the daily blog. Your CAP project is gorgeous!! Congratulations! Molly you have a great partner in David. Glimpsers you have the best GGL team of any! Enjoy your last few days; they go so fast. Coffee when you get home David?!! It might be nice to have some hand delivered (hint hint). Big Love to all in CH1A. Safe travels home.
Kathy,
This is beautiful! As one of the best aspiring leaders I know, I’m glad to be seeing you (as well as the rest of the Glimpsers) flourish in what you’re trying to accomplish. Your CAP project is stunning to look at, and although pushed out of your comfort zone, look at what you’re all able to accomplish!
Don’t let anything hold you back because you’ll be on to amazing things that’ll help this world!
I miss you!
The school looks beautiful, glad to see all the hard work has paid off in the end. love & miss you bella !!!
WOW What a Amazing job ! The mural is beautiful . ALL OF YOU DID WONDERFUL YOU SHOULD BE VERY PROUD . SERGIO I’M COUNTING THE DAYS KNOW CANT WAIT TO HERE ALL YOUR STORIES SON MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU . YOUR SISTER MISSES YOU A LOT SHE GETTING NERVOUS ALMOST TIME FOR HER TO LEAVE . CALL ME WHEN YOU CAN DAD GOT YOUR MESSAGE MADE ME CRY LIKE A BABY LOL !
LOVE MOM
It looks beautiful. You guys did a fantastic job. I cant wait to hear all about your trip. Love you Isabella miss u so much.
Spectacular!!! I am in awe. The mural is a delightful bouquet of joy and love! I can just imagine the smiles it will bring to the children each day. You are such an incredible team. Your hard work, collaboration, giving spirit, and talent have made a difference.
Lilia, I can’t wait to hear more about your experiences when you come home on Friday. I love you so much!!!
Big Hugs,
Mom
Looks amazing!! Buen trabajo! K. Cardoza, We miss you!
Shrey, sorry I am late due to travel but I am so proud of you and your friends. As you know, I wasn’t too excited about you watching all those videos on hardware. Who knew those would come in handy like that!! Such a proud moment for me and you! Love you and do come back soon.
The mural looks so beautiful! I can see that all of you trusted one another to create and succeed in finishing this project together.
Samantha,
I super proud of you. I’m extremely happy that your learning and understanding how other people around the world live. I believe in you and all your dreams. We miss you very much and love you. Can’t wait to hug you. I’m glad that your living your dreams. Take Care
Love You Manthis