Today, we began the central project that we have been preparing for all trip- our community action project, in which we build pipelines and deliver purified water to communities. On our first day, we began our ambitious journey with a scrumptious breakfast consisting of pancakes, fruits, eggs, and cherry juice. Then we headed off to the C.A.P. site, the Crucero community. This beautiful, tight-knit community welcomed us and taught us all about how to use the equipment and stay safe!
At 8:45 am, we enjoyed some snacks then headed off to work until 12:00 pm for lunch time. After lunch was done, we then began our work of digging and shoveling the holes for the piping. Although the work was hard, we still managed to get through the whole day with positivity!
For all of our hard work, we were surprised with some ice cream that the staff bought for free for us! The ice cream was super yummy; so much so that some people decided to get seconds. It was a very rewarding and relaxing surprise, and we all thanked them many times.
Once we arrived home, we worked hard on appreciation letters for the people who supported us through our applications and placement into Global Glimpse. Although we only just started on the drafts, everyone was able to write beautiful and expressive letters that will become even more impactful as we continue to work on them. After our letters, we ate dinner and took some time to get ready for bed!
Overall, the highlight of our day was the Community Action Project. With plenty of rest and water breaks, we accomplished a small step in our incredibly large and impactful goal. We connected with locals in the community, despite large language barriers and tiredness. We were able to celebrate the beauty of helping others by working together as a team, and always being there to translate, support, or deliver breaks! Soon, we hope to continue our project and help create a change that will benefit the community for years to come!
Big Love <3,
Sofie Azmi and Alexia Martinez 🙂
PS: Hugs and kisses to Rex the dog!
Amazing job all of you! So impressed by the hard work you all are doing and making a difference to the community!
Keep up the good work and spirits 🙂
-Riya’s mom
Amazing work everyone ! Kudos to all of you for taking up such a noble and kind action project to help the community. Indeed impactful, you guys are truly making a difference.
Also, good to see that you were rewarded and surprised with yummy icecream 🙂
Wow..You all are amazing! Through your blog posts, I am learning so much about your exciting and valuable experiences like none other you had experienced so far. It is great to see that you all are putting in hard work to accomplish the main goal of this trip to help the community through CAP and learning to give back. Each one of you deserves a big applause and appreciation for your teamwork, perseverance and hardwork 👏🏻👏🏻
Hugs and wags from Rex the dog 🐕
Keep up the great work! I’m so impressed with the project you are all working on, very important necessity. Miss you Silly Lily <3
JA1A, wowww! It has been soo fun to be included in your Global Glimpse journey. Such neat work that you all are doing in the Crucero community. I hope you all are reminded of the impact you’re capable of.
Big love from GG staff!