Hello Everyone! Our names are Maria Perez and Elizabeth Ly. Today was Working Like a Local Day and as Lideres Del Dia, we started off our first task of the day by waking up our fellow glimpsers at 7:00 am. A couple of students made this task easier since they were awake already and trying pupusas made by our friend Carlos. After everyone finished getting ready for the day, we walked to Comedor Imabite, the usual restaurant where we eat. Then we walked approximately five blocks from the restaurant to Santos Barcenas Market. The group was separated into pairs to complete today’s task of working as a local. Our task of the day was to help sell merchandise from vendors at the Santos Barcenas Market. To motivate the glimpsers, Nancy and Noel announced a friendly competition to see which pair can help sell the most products from the vendors we are assigned to. Some of the things that we were selling included shoes, shirts, jeans, and candy.
A very surprising thing that we noticed was the way the vendors would get their prospective customers. The vendors grabbed their wrist and pull them into their shop to persuade them to buy their merchandise. There was an awkward atmosphere between the vendors and the glimpsers when we arrived at the market. Due to the language barrier, it was challenging to communicate to prospective customers in a way that would attract them to take a look at the vendor’s booth. We observed how diligently our peers tried to overcome this through simple actions that included creating a poster and holding up clothes as people passed by.
After working for two hours, we concluded today’s reality challenging and enjoyed lunch at the market with the vendors we worked with. Then we walked back to the hostel and started prepping for English tutoring, as well as having our CAP meeting to prepare for the first day of our project on Monday. We were given two hours of free time to relax, call home, go to the internet cafe, buy souvenirs, and explore Leon after the tiring morning. We held a early nightly meeting at 5 pm and head onto dinner at the Comedor Imabite an hour after. Afterwards, there was more free time to relax, socialize, and get ready for bed because we’ll be Volcano boarding tomorrow.
To sum it up, we are very proud of everyone for taking part of today’s events and making every moment as enjoyable as possible.
Hey Maria this sounds so cool we are all very proud of you back home, what were you selling? Well I hope that you had fun at the volcano today. Anyways off topic I finally found my roommate on instagram, shes from Denver Colorado ! She loves makeup and I cant wait for you to hear more about her when you come back home.
Sounds like an interesting way to learn about working in the local market. Work is always an important part of every culture but especially important when money is hard to come by.
I’m glad you were finally able to put up some pictures but I wish I could see more group shots.
Sophia:
I think we’ll need to take out the tomato plants soon but everything else looks ok. It’s been pretty hot here too.
Love mom
Hi Mallie! I am so glad to see your smile! I hope you are coping well with the heat. It’s been extremely hot over here too! im putting our pool into good use. I hope your day at the market was a successful one. hopefully your headband tan line is not too bad. we hope to hear from you soon. We love you baby!
Hello Global glimpse comma it’s nice to see you guys had another nice day. Big smiles photos. Michael I got your message thank you for the call. Remember to budget your money so you have money on the last day. Can’t wait to see you next week. You’re missing absolutely nothing here though. Enjoy the volcano. Remember to wear a bandana and saftey glasses over your face so you don’t breathe in the soot from the volcano. Love Mom P.S. take pictures
Hi Kush,
Looks like another fun-filled busy day for you Glimpsers! It must be good to get few free hours amidst the busy schedule to explore the city. Please give me a call when you get a chance next time. We are waiting eagerly to hear all the detailed stories when you are back. Enjoy to the fullest the remaining few days in Leon!
Lots of love,
Dad
Kush,
I really wish you were back already, even if that makes me the most selfish person ever. I just miss you so so much; it’s killing me. Regardless, I hope you have a good time today and please stay safe. 🙁 XOX
Hi Kali, Thinking about you & your fellow Glimpsers everyday & really appreciate having the blog to see what you’re doing. I heard that you called home yesterday too and am happy to know that you are enjoying your very special experience there in Nicaragua. It’s been hot here in the ‘burbs too but I’m sure it’s nothing like the humidity that you are all having to endure (and I’m guessing w/ little or no AC). Hang in there all you Glimpsers/Troopers! Wishing you the very best & sending positive energy as you continue your tutoring and dive into the implementation of your CAP in this final week. Hugs, Auntie Amy
Hi Natalie, sounds exhausting. I’m assuming you are really getting the most out of your Spanish language skills. They always say immersion is the best way to learn and keep a new language. Officially swim is over but Nathan will be starting Jr.lifeguard camp tomorrow. Hope you are well, counting down the days!
Love, Mommy, Daddy, Nathan and Olive
Hi Kitty I miss you but I hope that you are having a fun time. I hope that the laser is helping you at night when you walk from place to place. I will be waiting for you with a lot of love.
Hi Maria! It’s nice to be able to know what you are up to and that you are enjoying it. We can’t wait to see you and hear everything that you have experienced. See you soon. 🙂
Hey Maria I miss you, your day seems super fun. I can’t wait for you to come back home I will be waiting with a lot of love. I hope that the flashlight is helping you at night get to one place to another.
WOW LOVED THE CLOSE UPS OF SOME OF YOU , I THING THAT THERE SHOULD BE CLOSE UPS OF ALL THE STUDENTS PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE!!!!!!!!
anyways glad you guys are having the most fun i totally wish i was there too .are the shops expensive? or normal prices ? Richard Burton said to say HI and he loves you. everyone at the church is asking about you they love you and miss you. can’t wait to see you. counting down every single day love you mom