This was a BIG day, celebrating Nicaraguan culture in a variety of ways. We took 4 “field trips” starting with Ceramicas Negras (black pottery), a fascinating coop business for women in a beautiful region called Tomatoya just northwest of Jinotega. Students got to try their hands (and feet) using a “throwing wheel” as well as making somoto rosquillas which are like sweet pastries.
After lunch, we went to a Nicaraguan travel agency followed by our big surprise: making Nacatamales!!!
Our final field trip of the day was going dancing!!! We got to have a one hour lesson in the traditional (and some modern) styles of Nicaraguan dance.
After working up a sweat, we returned to where we made nacatamales to eat them for dinner. Deliciousness!
What a day!!! We have an early (5:00 a.m.) start tomorrow, so it’s off to bed for us. Thanks for following this blog. 🙂
Its amazing watching all you do every day! We’re so proud of you, the thoughtfulness, the smiles. You make us smile and laugh here at home too as we review each day you have. Thanks for the blog and pics. Hugs and happiness Anna, we love you!
Hola Global Glimpsers! Thank you for keeping us updated with the stories of your first couple of days in Jinotega and with all of the great photos. It is really nice for us at home to get a glimpse 🙂 of what you all are seeing and doing there! I was startled when I read this morning that there was an earthquake there. We have been reassured that everyone there is safe. I am thinking of you and wish you continued safety and interesting adventures during your time there. I am also sending prayers for the safety and health of all the people in Nicaragua affected by this earthquake. Look forward to hearing more from you there. Take good care! Love, Terri (Ben’s mom)
It looks like you are all having some amazing experiences! Continue to have a great time. Stay healthy. I look forward to seeing more pictures and reading the blog :)Love you Leah!
Love all the photos! What a fun and exciting way to experience Nicaraguan culture first hand! I appreciate the immediate communication and updates from Global Glimpse on yesterday’s earthquake. Please stay safe everyone and I can’t wait to read more about your daily adventures.
Hey Sean, nice close-up and your Nacatamale looks yummy!
PS Joel is happy and healthy; Brûlée and Huston become bff; Creme still get chased by Heibaimao.
Thanks so much for all of the blogs and photos! Everyone appears to be having an awesome time & enjoying the adventures 🙂 Experience as much as possible & bring home memories of a lifetime!! Safe travels & good health to all. Love you Emily!
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We miss you Leah! Hope you’re having fun. Love you, Riss and Gram