Hello loved ones,
We hope all is well back home.
We started off our day with an early morning wake up call. Don Carlos arrived at the hostel laden with cheese and cinnamon crêpes and hibiscus juice. After such an amazing meal we had some free time to sleep and rest before our long day ahead at Pico De Gaza. At 10am we headed to the port to catch the boats that would be taking us to the island. The bus ride there was filled with laughter and anticipation of the fun day before us. We caught glimpses of the lake and its sandy beaches with horses. We then took a picturesque boat ride to the island with the Mombacho volcano looming behind us.
Upon arrival some of us immediately jumped into an intense game of volleyball, while others went to the pools. Around noon we started to barbecue our lunch, which consisted of several types hot dogs, burgers, grilled corn, and some vegetables. While waiting for the food some of us did a mini photo shoot with the beautiful lake and islands as our backdrop. After lunch we went back to play volleyball, swim in the pools, kayak in the lake, and take naps in the hammocks.
As we made our way back to the port with a colorful sunset above us, we said one last goodbye to the Apoyo lake. On the bus ride home, we blasted Justin Bieber and shouted the lyrics at the top of our lungs all the back to the hostel.
The island today was a perfect end to a fulfilling and tiring cap project. It gave all of us the opportunity to reflect on what we had accomplished in these few short weeks. It was a time for us to enjoy a stunning view with good friends and great conversation. Today was a day filled with memories to last a lifetime. We are now one step closer to home and sadly one step farther away from Nicaragua.
Far left; Ny’Rayah, Morgan, Destiny, Aisha, Jacqueline, Karolyn, Karishama and Naomi
What a well deserved break from you hard-working, hectic time in Granada! It certainly looks like a beautiful place with the volcano behind you. Sounds like this group of strangers just two weeks ago have become close friends. We’re sure that you’ll treasure this time together for many years to come.
As you time quickly comes to end, we assume you each are reflecting reflect on the time you have spent in Granada.You surely have had a global glimpse, changing the perspective of the world you once had.
Morgan, that’s a great shot of you jumping into the water! Enjoy the last couple of days of this journey.
Big hugs!!!
Mom&Kenny
Hi Diana, I hope you are enjoying this free time. The days are getting closer for you to be back at home. Looking back at everything you did and accomplished. I’m very proud of you. I can’t wait to see you. I miss you dearly. Home looks and feels empty without you. Your aunt and my friends have been trying to keep me busy. Work has kept me busy as well. Can’t wait to hear from you. Take care, luv mom!
8/7/16 9:13 pm {NYC}
Hello to all Victoria and Aisha, Ladies what a delightful blog you all seem to have so much fun today during your free time doing different things. Seems to be a lot of activities that you could all pick from OMG too hear about the Mombacho Volcano Looming, knowing that it was behind you and to see the sandy beaches with the horses must of been amazing what a view right? Glad knowing you shared this experience with each other and once you return you can share this wonderful opportunity and journey that you had with your family and friends.
Ny’Rayah I am so happy to see you in the picture looked like you were having a blast, I’m watching POWER girl you gotta catch up , Love and Hip Hop Hollywood will return on August 15th. Hope you remembered to take your pill this morning if not please do so ASAP. Everyone continues to ask about you and praise you for what you are doing. Nana-Nana said she love reading about what you have been doing daily and you look awesome in your pictures. Her and Charles had a movie date this afternoon. {BIG HEAD those words speak for it’s self}.
Love you Rayah don’t forget to make sure you pack good tomorrow and have all of your stuff.
To all enjoy the last days and have fun, peace be with you {P.S don’t forget to pack up all of your belongings as well the stuff you came with and the stuff you brought to bring back}. Leaders thanks for holding our children down and keeping them safe.
Warmly,
Niya
Hello Glimpsers and staff. Sounds like an
amazing day for all…awesome!
Barbecue….yum! What’s captured in the pic.
Is beautiful. Hope the rest of your time is as
enjoyable. Mya, Tiff gave Speedy and Bennie
a bath today. They prob. Was wondering why
you weren’t there. She had to do it one at a time.
? you soon MYA
What a nice pic! It was great hearing your voice yesterday, I’ve missed you dearly. cannot wait to see you and look at all the pictures you’ve must have taken. I love you and I will see you tomorrow night!!! XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO
Hello Naomi and to your fellow Glimpsers.
Well deserved break and fun day. I’m sure , as you wrote those memories will last a lifetime.
Thank you for all you’ve done and accomplished. You guys made us all proud here at home. I am sure that many of us here, after witnessing the great experience that Global Glimpse afford you to have, wish to have that opportunity.
You have certainly left your mark in the lives of those you encountered, the Nicaraguan country, and all of us here at home.
Miss you much and can’t wait to have you back.
God Bless
Hope you took lots of pictures.