Posted in GU1B Guaranda 7-5 by Kimberly Wong and Tony Santillan, Glimpsers
HOLA DESDE GUARANDA, ECUADOR… It’s FUN DAY! Hello beloved glimpser families, Kimberly and Tony here fellow Glimpsers and also the Líder del Día. We were so ecstatic and honored to have our turns as Líder del Día, that Kimberly couldn’t even sleep as...
Posted in GU1B Guaranda 7-5 by Kylie Cutino, Glimpser
Today I was leader of the day. I really enjoyed taking a step back from being in the group because it gave me an opportunity to see the group as a whole. I saw the ups and downs throughout the day and got a better understanding of the people here. During our free time...
Posted in GU1B Guaranda 7-5 by Roselene Chen and Yomaira Ramirez, Glimpsers
Quote of the Day: “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela Our day began with a wake up call at 7:15 where everyone got ready for another wonderful day in Guaranda. We started off with another...
Posted in GU1B Guaranda 7-5 by Kate Loveland & Brianna Rasmussen, Glimpsers
Today we visited an impoverished town of 1,500 in the upper Andes, known as the San Juan de Llullundongo; where our purpose was to help build adobe bricks to make a community kitchen. When we arrived we were greeted by Ángel, the community leader, as well as many...
Posted in GU1B Guaranda 7-5 by Keiana Sieu and May Le, Glimpsers
Quote of the Day: “Preservation of one’s culture does not require contempt or disrespect for other cultures.” -Cesar Chavez Hello, our names are Keiana and May and we are the first (student) Leaders of the Day! Our day began with us banging on the...
Posted in GU1B Guaranda 7-5 by David White & Marti Cooper, Global Glimpser Leaders
Today was our first full day in Guaranda with the theme of ‘history.’ The day began with a 7:00am wake up call followed with a delicious and filling breakfast at La Estancia. We have quickly discovered that all our meals are at one of the most amazing...
Posted in GU1B Guaranda 7-5 by Alex, Program Coordinator
Everything started with a early wake up in the beautiful city of Quito. All students hopped on the bus excited to get to our final destination in Hotel Bolivar! After more than five hours, we made it to Guaranda! We were welcomed with a great lunch from “La...
