Today was our last day of the CAP project at Barrilete. Over the past three days we worked in two distinct groups. The construction group built four tables, a hook rack for backpacks, and a curtain system for the bathrooms and classrooms. The creative group designed and painted the tables once they were completed.
The creativity and design team started the day off by sketching out the four squares on each table for each designated educational content. After that, we proceeded to begin sketching and painting the boxes with the colors of the rainbow. Once the boxes were finally completed, along with the words, “Global Glimpse 2017” and “Team Tuani,” our group proceeded to add our handprints and the handprints of the Barrilete children as well. We could see that the children really enjoyed putting their handprints on the tables since they kept coming back to do it again.
After the tables were completely finished, the children of Barrilete treated our delegation with dance performances, along with a performance from one of our own glimpsers, Harmony. We expressed our gratitude to Dona Maria, presented our CAP project to her, and left Barrilete with heavy hearts, though also with the satisfaction that our CAP project idea had come to life in the short time span we were given. We were able to enhance the childrens’ education, create a fun environment for the children, and brighten the childrens’ lives with friendship.
You all have made everyone at home so incredibly proud! As I read through today’s activities my heart was deeply touched. Not just by the act of charity with the tables, hook rack and curtain system (all impressive) but more with the care and compassion that you truly exhibited. Love the handprints which leave a little of each of you behind as a reminder of kindness and love. I can imagine that leaving Barrilete was bittersweet. The connections you made there will never be broken. Be so proud of the contributions you each made and know how very proud we are of all of you. Logan love you so much and miss you! Mom and Luke
Thank you for sharing your spirits and details of your day. I have been a spectator of your endeavors, but through your blogs will remember your experiences, for a lifetime! I’m very proud of this GG Group, and it’s been a privilege to see Nicaragua through your hearts.
Daughter – always with love, can’t wait for your return. Madre -xoxo
I will say it again, “All of you are awesome!” Thank you for the wonderful update, Pauline and Logan. Your team is doing fantastic and quality work in such a short amount of time. Your last sentence sums up how special you all are – teaching, providing and befriending the children of Barrilete not only brings joy to their hearts, it brings them hope and a future.
We are so proud and thankful for all you’re doing!
Terry, Janine, Audrey, Lillian and Charley
Tita, I forgot to tell you, its been super duper hot over here. Me n Dom went to Time n Liz house to swim, and across the bay its even hotter. I live you. I must feel a little how hot you probably are in Nicaragua. I think by now you have grown accustom to the heat.
Luv u boo just thinking of u. I played some of your favorite banda songs for u girl lol, some LA Reina jenny r. And that latest one you kept having me sing with u lol Yea that one. ????
Hi Harmony! We miss you very much! You did a performance? WOW! We can’t wait to hear that story!!! Lol 🙂 Wishing you a safe trip home! xoxox
A, A, B & D
I totally agree with TJ “All of you are awesome!”
This trip is just the beginning of many more journeys in your life. Lessons you have learned on this trip will last forever! Use what you learned today to motivate yourselves in your college, career or even personal life later. Congratulations to you and all Glimpsers! We are so proud of you all! Can’t wait to see you at the airport Sarina. Love you bunches 🙂
Mom.
You all have really invested in making this classroom so incredibly special for these kiddos! There is very little that’s more important than creating an environment for children to learn and thrive in! You are doing extraordinary work!