Posted in Esteli2 - 6/13/2015 by Jenny Cortez
Good morning families! Much like yesterday, today was a packed day. It was another early wakeup call which many of the glimpsers weren’t too keen about but I tried to keep my enthusiasm while waking them up. Our day started off with an Aid and Development...
Posted in Esteli2 - 6/13/2015 by Amanda Jaime
Hello families, it was a jam packed day here in Estelí in which I was “el lider del día.” Today I gave my fellow glimpsers an early morning wake up call at 5:00. We began our day centered around education at a school, Liceo Cátolico Maria Auxilidadora,...
Posted in Esteli2 - 6/13/2015 by Krista Martinussen
Today was action packed! After a hearty Nica breakfast, we headed out on the bus to a nearby overlook for breathtaking views. Next we went on a physically challenging but rewarding hike in Tisey. We hiked down to meet the infamous Don Alberto. For the last 35...
Posted in Esteli2 - 6/13/2015 by Renee
Hola families and friends, Today was our first full day on the GG agenda. We had a delicious breakfast at Buffett Esteli of gallo pinto, scrambled eggs, and tortilla. Then Fran, Humberto, and Javier (our in country coordinators) performed a rap entitled...
Posted in Esteli2 - 6/13/2015 by Krista Martinussen
After a long 1am flight, all students arrived safe and sound to our new temporary home in Esteli, Nicaragua. We encountered some livestock along the way and had our first meal of local fare. After meeting our host, “Mama Elena” and reviewing guidelines,...
Posted in Esteli2 - 6/13/2015 by GGL Renee
We had a great time meeting each other and having pizza in Berkeley last Friday night. Unfortunately, Bonnie, Crystal, and Francesca could not make it to dinner. There was much laughter, smiles, and anticipation of the wonderful journey we will embark on in just 2...
Posted in Esteli2 - 6/13/2015 by Angelic Vazquez
Hi guys! My name is Angelic Vazquez, I am a junior at Oakland High School which is located in Oakland, California. In my free time I do a lot of community service and I love nature! Which means I love to go on hikes and other outdoor activities and experience new...
