Hey Friends and Family!
Today after breakfast we had our second day of English tutoring. We are really getting a hang of it and we are connecting with our students more by understanding their age and English levels. When the students participate and are interactive, they learn more and we definitely see the difference. After that, we came back and watched a Ted Talk called Truly Sustainable Economic Development by Ernesto Siroli. We learned a lot about aid and development in this video and the true meaning of “helping” someone or a community. Aid and development are linked in many ways, we know that being a responsible consumer is extremely important. After a discussion on the Ted Talk, we broke up into our CAP project groups (painting the communal house, murals, and finishing the storage room) to discuss our potential projects and budget. For lunch we had avocados, beets, eggs, and potatoes (tasted like hash browns!!).
After lunch, we went to Coprobich (which is a fair trade Quinoa factory) in the Chimborazo province. We took a tour outside and inside, demonstrating the process of packaging the Quinoa product. We got to see the employees and staff working together, we can tell they are respected and treated well there. We noted that there were elderly men and women working out in the fields as well, carrying 30-50 lbs. of Quinoa to their houses. The Quinoa field was massive and we learned that the seeds are inside a flaky shell and have to be extracted and washed before packaging. Some of us were able to purchase Quinoa flour, seeds, and recipes to bring home 🙂
After the factory visit, we came back to La Primavera and had a discussion about our topic of the day, aid and development. To be a responsible consumer, you need to know that difference of movement and progress. Movement lacks direction but progress begins at the root of the problem and you are then able to move forward. Consumers have the power to choose between movement and progress when it comes to which products they choose to support. Together, we need to make sure we are consuming products that don’t utilize child labor or unfair treatment of the employees or environment.
We have enjoyed being Leaders del Día today and we are excited to pass the torch to Kiyomi and Julio.
Big Love,
Christine & Kate
Kate: Hi Caroline, Mom and Dad (And Mumbles)
Christine: Hey Mom, Dad, Darine, and Tobi!! 🙂
Nickole: Hi mom and dad! 🙂
Sounds like another full day of cultural emmersion and exciting new experiences. The image of the man carrying what I suspect is quinoa was impressive and moving. Thank you for sharing images like this. Miss you tons Bailey! Love, Dad –
Another great day of teaching. Looking forward to hearing more about the Quinoa factory when you get home Bailey.
Took Maggie on a walk tonight and it wasn’t the same without. Miss you!!! Love ya!
Hi mi amor!! Nickie we are watching all the process in the blog, and we are so happy for all of you guys, we are missing you lots, but we are happy for you too, we can’t wait to see your turn as a leader of the day, Daddy and sisters said Hi to you!! ????
Hi Nickole! How are you? we are missing you lots, but we are happy for you too, we are watching and following all the adventures and knowledge you are receiving in the blog, we can’t wait for your turn as a leader of the day, Dad and sisters said Hi, we love you! ?
Hi Kate, So happy you are doing so much and having so much fun and learning so much. You all did so much today and the teaching sounds such a great experience. Cannot wait to eat some of your new recipes. Take care. Love from Mom, Dad, Caroline and Mumbles
Super cute picture Deb!!! Sounds like you had a super eventful day! I hope you bought quinoa for us to try at home:)
I’m so happy for all of you, each day has something new. different experience, food, and activities. What amazing memories you are all going to have. my best wishes for all especially for Valeria, keep it up the good work!
Hey Joe.. Make sure to bring some guinea pig back home!!
-Ben
Another exciting day! I can see the joy in everyone’s faces! So glad you have this blog so that we, at home, can follow along in your experiences and adventures! Until tomorrow!
Love you, Abby! Looks like you are having a wonderful time!
Hello my Dear Debbie! We miss you terribly especially that beautiful smile. You look really happy. It seems the weather in Riobamba has been good. How cold does it get?
I love the quinoa photos. I finally know how the plant looks.
Your students also have such beautiful smiles. I hope you are an effective and fun teacher.
We also can’t wait to hear more and see your CAP project completed.
It has been usual business at work and home, nothing exciting really. We are making plans to go to a Night Market the Saturday you return home. Can’t wait.
Missing your hugs.
Love you much,
M
Hi Son (Adrian), so happy to see you in the pics! and glad to know about everything you’re learning and doing there. What a great experience, enjoy it!! Can’t wait for your call tomorrow, hugs and kisses from all of us. Love & miss you!! House is so quiet without you … 🙂
Hey Kate,
Hope you will bring back some quinoa since I am pretty hungry! Anyway I hope You’re having a good time since it looks better than my past week. When you get back you have to tell me all the fun you’re having so you can rub it in my face! All jokes aside I can’t wait to hear about all your adventures in Ecuador! See you in a week since I miss you soooo much!;)
Appreciate the blog! Sounds like your still learning something new everyday. E-ate at Morimoto’s (iron chef). Cod & dessert was fantastic!!
Good Morning Everyone!
Today is a very special day. I just wanted to share some words with you guys, first of all congrats to each and and every one of you! You are working very hard and doing excellent . I see the happy faces on the kids you were teaching to, and the adults in the community, how they share and open their hearts makes it seem very welcoming. Keep up the great work. I’m thankful for this program and big ups to the coordinators Tayson, Emily, Mary, Emily and Nacho. Thank you! ?
Hi Shivani: Hope you are enjoying and in good health. We are missing you very much. Leonardo keep going to your room looking for you. We love you very much.
Pia did you eat the guniea pig?
Hola buenos dias!!!
Julio anda Kiyomi
Buena suerte hoy que son líderes del día.
Hagan lo mejor que puedan. Sonrian, tomen fotos y sean felices.
Hello Joseph, hello GlobalGlimpsers,
You guys seem to have a lot of fun while experiencing a different culture, learning and teaching. We very much enjoy reading your posts, keep them coming.
Tip for learning a foreign language: learn and sing songs written in it.
Joseph, enjoy the adventure. We can hardly wait to hear more when you get back.
Love,
Thanasis and Kate
Wow Jena what a great experience. I can’t wait to hear from you. We miss you so much but know you are learning so much from your time in Riobamba. Btw. buddy is looking for some one to play tug with.
Love you
Mom and dad
Hello Travelers/Locals,
Looks like you guys are adjusting well. Living like locals must have been an eye opening experience. The pictures that you all share help us see and understand from afar. Cuy for lunch! Yummy I would have probably tried a little piece.
Bryanna … we told you ! Well the Quinoa factory experience is one that I would like to hear about when you get home. Tita loves quinoa.
Well, super excited to hear what new adventure you all get into next.
Adios!
Mr. & Mrs. Arias
Hello Travelers/ Locals,
You all look and seem to be naturals out there in all the pictures. Glad you are all enjoying each new adventure.
Bryanna- Cuy for Lunch … ha we told ya. I would have tried a little piece. Oh and tita loves Quinoa so hope you learned a lot so you can share with us. Love ya and miss ya.
Well once again pictures are Great, thanks. Can’t wait to see the next adventure.
Hasta Luego!
Mr. & Mrs. Arias
Jambo Joseph and Habari Yako –
We love reading your stories daily and what an amazing experience you are having. All is well here in Davis and make sure to take a picture or two every day. Have fun Joseph and I am super proud of you and your friends for opening up your minds and hearts to these wonderful people. Remember to make someone smile today and enjoy yourself.
Big hugs from Dad, Mom, Ben, Brody, Harold, Ruth and Rosie
WE MISS YOU MARIA MOS HURRY BACK SO WE CAN SNATCH STUFF
E-,
Sounds like a rewarding day teaching and figuring out what works to keep your students engaged! The quinoa factory, harvesting, and sustainability experience is priceless.
Look forward in hearing your stories in-depth!
Love,
Dad