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Leaving Monkey Hut
Leslie and Morgan writing the blog!
Good evening from Granada! Today Glimpsers spent their day kicking it back at the Monkey Hut lagoon with the supervision of Granada’s very own firefighters, located in a crater in the Mombocho volcano. Students as well as the GG leaders got a break from the heat as they took a long and very much needed dip in the lagoon. Today’s word of the day was “bonding” which was appropriate seeing that today the delegation as a whole got to try new things and just experience a great time as a group. Naomi and Karishama for example, came out of their comfort zone with the help of several other Glimpsers and learned how to swim. What better way to learn how to swim then in beautiful Nicaragua? Along with the swimming we were able to take a nice ride on kayaks while others took a break and fell asleep on the hammocks over looking the beautiful view. While at the monkey hut we were introduced to the Estelli delegation from California and got to share experiences as we all continue this journey. Lunch today was priceless, great food while overlooking all the beauty. After lunch students continued to take advantage of the beautiful lagoon in front of them. We speak for everyone when we say we all took the opportunity to spoil ourselves with Piña coladas (virgin of course) on the water. As our trip to the monkey hut sadly came to an end even our GG leader Jadine had a hard time leaving. As we returned to the hostel to freshen up for dinner expecting to walk over to La Favorita little did we know we could hop right back on the bus as we made our way over to eat at Don Carlos restaurant. The group ended the night with their usual nightly meeting. All Glimpsers are currently drifting away in their dreams excited to jump into tomorrow’s adventure. Although we all wish for never ending weekends, we all have a very long yet fulfilling week ahead of us. Goodnight from all in Casa de roja!
p.s Hey mom, grandma, Kenny and Jackson! I can’t wait to see all of you. Hope everything’s not too quite in NY without me(; – Morgan
p.p.s Hola Ma, Marco, Alexa, Cece, Bells and last but not least Sara I hope you all aren’t having too much fun without me in Seattle. Happy belated birthday Bella from Nicaragua love you all xx -Leslie
8/1/16 1:17 am {NYC}
To all a warming hello, Morgan and Leslie you ladies wrote a marvelous blog and I totally love the pictures posted, I love the way you both put into detail about your experienced day and what you did from start to finish amazing. It must of been a delighted please linking up with Estelli delegation from Cali and getting to share thoughts about your journey and also hear theirs, wow taking a dip in the lagoon must of been really nice and just to be part of Naomi and Karishama’s experience learning how to both swim showing the ladies the support needed to step out of their comfort zone great job ladies we are all proud of you. Having a day at the Monkey Hut and enjoying a delicious virgin drink was a beautiful thing yes it’s true and sad all good things must come to an end and you all didn’t want to leave just keep in mind each step you take throughout your journey is yet another milestone in your life.
Ny’Rayah I’m so happy to see your smiling face, when I first seen the group on the boat I was like yea right Rayah isn’t about that life but shocking enough I seen a piece of your arm and said wow she stepped out and did it and seeing you in the lagoon made me even more proud of you taking a risk you go Rayah. As always you know how much I love and miss you and I couldn’t be more proud of you doing what your doing seems like now you are Willing, Ready and Able to make changes in your life and appreciate life better then before keep it up.
To all,hope you sleep well from a long day’s adventure and be prepared to start the new week off stronger, peace be with you and continue to be safe.
Diana, glad to see your better, BXCSM crew much love , leaders thanks for continuing to keep our children safe.
Warmly,
Niya
Wow. What a day. Sounds like a paradise. The area looks so lush and green and must have been a great respite from the Nicaraguan heat. We love hearing about the bonding, both with your hosts and with one another. And kudo’s to Naomi and Karishama, for having the spirit and courage to get into that lagoon!
Morgan, the entire city is quiet without you. And poorer for it 🙂
We’re just so thrilled you’re getting to experience all this and really do enjoy reading these blogs. But you are missed and we’re anxious to hear your first hand stories when you’re home.
XO
Mom&Kenny
Hi Morgan. Loved our blog. This trip is priceless and I am so proud of you and your group for all that you are doing. I know it’s ending soon but you will have life long memorie. Safe travels home. Love Aunt Helene & Uncle Bick
Hello everyone. Hope everybody enjoyed their fun day..that piña colada near the water ummm..Is nice to know that as you guy’s learn the different ways of living you can have fun too. It was nice to talk to you Hairam to hear from you. Madelyn keeps asking for you. Love you. Hugs and Kisses. .
Hey Morgan!
Glad your having fun and the trip is all the good you hoped it to be. I see your enjoying yourself and it’s cool to here about all of the things you are doing . The city is may actually be sleeping with you gone. All of us miss you don’t forget about us ! Hope the rest of the trip is fun 🙂
– Jackson
Hi Diana, I was happy to hear you enjoyed your day at the Monkey Hut lagoon. I hope you was able to take a nap on the hammock since you love them so much. I’m sure this was an event you really enjoyed. You are like a fish, luv that water. I wish I was there with you. Finally, I was able to see you in the pictures and you seemed very happy. Life is about hard work, dedication and having fun. You guys all look wonderful!
Diana, Take care. Miss u a bunch. luv mom!
From first time swimmers to kayaking and drinking virgin pina coladas lagoon side sounds like a great day of fun for all!
Morgan, we can hear a pin drop in the house without you here. It was great hearing your voice today, I miss you!
Love always,
Grandma
That ?s like fun!! I can only imagine how excited y’all were to get in that water.
The best relief from heat… Right!!! Piña coladas …nice! Rub it in..lol! Continue
to be your best. ? to the firefighters and all the other overseers.
Hey Mya, luv your smile. ?. Hello from the fam.
So happy for you guys!!! love u Beth! XOXO
Morgan. Good to hear you are having fun, bonding and learning. If it was the same here everyday I would have that wide grin too. I am so happy for you! We will meet again in the city for dinner and you can tell me all about it. KEEP SMILING,, Mary
You’re probably home already, or on your way. The pictures are fantastic. You all look like you’re having the time of your lives. You look beautiful, Morgan, even when you’re roughing it 🙂
Ciao Morgan!!
So happy you’ve started your international travel adventures! Great to see you out there exploring! It looks like you’re having a crazy time there, and I can’t wait to hear about it when I see you next annnnnnd when you come visit me in Italy 🙂 Take lots of pics, send them to me when you find internet, have fun, write everything down in a journal (or blog) every day so you can remember it! oh and bring me back a magnet 🙂
See you soon!
-your cousin