Today’s theme was Global Business, and the first thing we did was our wake up call at 7am. Then we ate breakfast that our lovely cooker, Licelot, made for us. Unfortunately, we wasted 3 pounds of food, which meant we lost 30 minutes of free time before bed.
Then, we took the bus to COMIDOM, which is a mining company in the mountains. There we got to see how “small” a mine is (which looked very big in our eyes!) with a beautiful landscape.
Next, we made a trip to Loma Miranda and on the way Javier (our great bus driver) played music for the first time. At Loma Miranda, we learned how to not take things for granted, like water. I admire and respect them for fighting to protect their environment, which is also part of our environment. One of the ways they help protect the environment is by educating farmers about how to handle bribes from the government or multi-billion dollar companies.
Back at the hostel we worked on our CAP (Community Action Project) idea and finally decided to build a basketball court for the Los Arroyos community.
FAST FACTS:
Weather: The weather was very sunny, and humid
Best Meal: The best meal for me was eggs with sauce, sweet potato, and fruit.
Best Moment: Deciding to do the basketball court for our CAP!
Biggest Takeaway: Don’t waste food!!!!!
Wow! That sounds like a busy day. Everybody must be so tired. The basketball court is a great idea. Can’t wait to see pictures. I love getting these updates. Almost feels like were there with you. Have a good night sleep. Looking forward to tomorrow’s update.
Aliya’s dad
Sounds like an impactful day. I find it so interesting farmers are being educated on not taking bribes from the government and big companies! I’m looking forward to seeing some pictures when you can post them! Hi Jennifer and Yissel! Big Love to everyone.
My grandmother always taught me growing up the importance of not wasting food and how other people in other countries have nothing at all to eat. I now teach my kids the same and Glad you guys are learning this as well. Hope you guys had an amazing day today.
I love you Irvin!!!
I am sooooo glad you all had this awesome experience. You learned the lesson of a lifetime today, cherish it. Please send pics. I can’t wait to see some of your adventures. Stay safe. Everyone is greatly missed.
Love you Jojo.
This is the time where you learn to appreciate everything you have and not take anything for granted.