After a wonderful send-off in Chicago from United, we made it to Managua safely.
We made it to Granada this morning after a night in Managua. We were so excited to finally be here after months of preparation. Everyone is happy and healthy! We have had a full day focused around the theme of the history of Nicaragua and learning how history shapes and molds our communities. We were so honored to hear from some community leaders who were so proud of their city and culture and who are working diligently towards progress. Our students were so engaged and inquisitive as we rode horse-drawn carriages to 5 historic sites with incredible architecture and narratives. We enjoyed several traditional foods, and the students are loving their rice and beans, gallo pinto!
As we shared out this evening about first impressions and how we can keep negative history from repeating itself, it was obvious everyone was seriously reflecting, learning, and applying this experience already! Students shared how just being engaged in dialogue with others can help shape our own perspectives and bring positive growth. Happy Father’s day to any dads back home, and thank you families for sharing your wonderful children with the world as the world teaches them!!
Looks like an awesome first day!!! Hope you having fun Christina!
Love, Mom and Dad
Very gratifying watching our granddaughter Christina(Rorres) grow into this tremendous experience & opportunity. It has been determined by U S marketing firms that ‘Centennials’, unlike their Millennial predecessors, are ‘less materialistic’ and they show a collective penchant to ‘experience life & the world’. This is proving true with our grandkids over the past 4 plus years, from the 22 year old on down.
Love you, Christina,
Mima & Papa
So glad all are at Granada having fun and safe.
Enjoy this unique amazing life adventure!
Olivia,
So wonderful to hear that you arrived safely. We cannot wait to hear all about it when you come back. What an amazing experience for everyone.
Lots of love, Mum, Dad and Katie xx
Milla hope you are enjoying the new experiences love mom. Mamu misses you, actually her exact words we all miss you. Abuelo says be careful, he loves you.
Kierra , hope you are having a great time . Enjoy xoxo
Kierra I hope your having a wonderful time & learning lots I love you! Enjoy your trip?
Sincerely, shalynn
Hey Kiki, hope you’re having a great time and learning about different culture and people. I’m so very proud of you. Miss you much, Love Nana
Thanks for all the shout outs and love! Keep them coming! We love hearing from you all!
Milla, hope you have a great time learning about the culture, and enjoy your time love your brother.
Amalia,
We’re proud of your accomplishments and pray that you all have an enjoyable and safe time!
Love,
Mom, Dad, Zyon, Grandma, Marjorie & Uncle
Hi Elsie,
Love hearing the updates. Love you and so proud of you!
Love,
Mom and Dad