The following is an artistic look into the day… HOLMES
Today we started our CAP
It was exciting, couldn’t take no naps
We split into groups to get wood and paint
Just giving money, that’s something we ain’t
Started at the wood store, got loads of planks
We left the store, Glimpsers flank by flank
Got some paint in buckets and pails
San Francisco’s see-saw made for some wails
A Glimpser almost fell down with a crash
That see-saw is basically trash
IF THIS IS CENSORED WE WILL FILE A COMPLAINT
Today was the first day of our CAP here in Nicaragua. It was known as the “Discovery Day” in which we were tasked with organizing the construction of furniture and the purchasing of our resources. The day actually started late last night as we began creating lists and groups to divide up the tasks that we needed to complete. We decided that our final project would consist of us painting a mural, as well as building two tables, a cabinet, and a sign for the students at Sor Maria Romero, our partner school.
We woke up at a healthy 6:30 in order to get an early start on the day. After eating a tasty meal of gallo pinto and eggs, we met with our community managers about gathering all of the materials that we would need for the following day. We split up into three groups: the Wood Group, the Paint Group, and the Artistic Group. The Wood Group was tasked with traveling to a nearby store and working with the artisans there to draw up schematics. The Paint Group walked to a nearby paint store to buy painting supplies for our murals. At the same time, the Artistic Group remained at the hostel and drew up designs for our table tops.
Everything went very smoothly, and we were given some free time before lunch as a result. Lunch was an assortment of chicken, pasta, and gallo pinto. Directly following lunch, we drove to Sor Maria Romero with all of the supplies that we had purchased. When we arrived, we were greeted by the young students as they embraced us with open arms. After deliberating with several school personnel, we once again split up to prepare for day 2 of our CAP, Design.
Upon returning to El Castillo, we prepared for our Appreciation Seminar, in which we give thanks to all those who donated money to Global Glimpse so that we could all get scholarships. After writing our first drafts, we prepared for our penultimate day of English tutoring while eating a dinner of torta de pollo and gallo pinto. Tutoring was a success as every group has started to make serious progress in regards to conversational learning and the applied practice of the English language.
Finally, we had our nightly meeting in which we passed the torch to the next leader, (Savage) Sara. We all hope that tomorrow will run as smoothly as today, so that we may finish all of our projects before the week ends.
Sincerely, ARG and the Goon Squad.
Hola Cinque!
Today’s mission reminds me of the song “This light of mine”…I’m gonna let it shine all over. Now, the GG group gets a chance to shine their light and leave a legacy with the Matagalpa community. August’s narrative for the day was great in giving an insight on how all of you worked together and used your collective talents to give back. The details of this day may get washed away but the goodwill & spirit of it will always shine. We love & miss you! Stay prayerful & safe.
Much God & love,
Mom, Dad & Czar
Great blog August, proud Mom 🙂
It sounds like you all have a few busy days ahead of you, but with determination and drive you will accomplish these tasks, as you have with all that has been achieved during your trip.
There are only a few days left before you head home, cherish the time with new friends and take in all that the country and program has to offer. Love you, August. xoxo
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CAP projects are hard work. We are so proud of your group’s team work. ? ? ?
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Nice post bro, looks like you’re really doing things over there. I’m very proud to know that you are becoming a leader within your group. Being somewhere so different from what we are used to can be challenging but so amazing and rewarding. I can this experience is making a positive impact on not only the community you’re in but also on yourself. Keep on keeping on! Love you!
Hola Alejo! I’m not understanding why we had to send you to another country to go to a dump when you repeatedly refuse to help me pick up garbage on the street because you “need to do your hair”. No worries; this will be Topic 1 for our debrief conversation upon your return. Time is running out and we need something for the college essay, so if you could rescue people from burning buildings, eradicate Zika or incorporate Syrian refugees as local farm labor that would be a good start!!! Glad you’re eating fresh fruit.
Wonderful post! The CAP project seems to be going just right with many busy days ahead of you guys. I am looking forward to seeing the final outcome, it will be marvelous for sure. I hope that you are enjoying your time there while it last Allison! I’m eager to hear about your wonderful journey in Nicaragua when you get back. Missing you a ton, only a few more days until we get to see each other again.
Sarah M, I knew you’ll pick the painting group, now enjoy and have fun painting.see you in four more days, love mom
Wow Glimpsers you all sure know how to pack things in a day! These projects sound AWESOME! I am glad to hear the emphasis on gratitude in your work there and hope each of you leaves with a greater appreciation of the little and big things we all often overlook. Your adventure is winding down and I cannot wait to read more as you prepare to return home.
Nayla we miss you so very much and cannot wait to see you soon. It feels like FOR-EV-ER!!! I know we can’t wait to hear all about it and catch up on all we have missed that wasn’t captured in the posts. And we can’t wait to tell you all that you have missed too. Counting down the days!
Jasmine, sorry this is late. This project sounds fun. Did you get paint? It reminds me of painting your room, I know you would be good at it!! Maybe you got to learn something new!! What a beautiful idea. I love you mi hija, see you soon. Dad
I very impressed by the work you are doing. And I hope you are enjoying your free time too. Have fun at the lagoon tomorrow. You deserve the R&R. Love, Dad