Hey Guys Marissa and Kaitlyn here!
Today was day nine of the trip and it was truly insightful, it was Deconstructing Poverty Day. After breakfast, we headed to NutreHogar which is an organization that provides care to malnourished children from ages 0-5 years old. When we arrived to our destination we were greeted by a beautiful baby girl and soon our informational tour of the building began. We were able to learn that parents from an indigenous community walk hours upon hours to give their children the care they need. Another thing is that the staff at this organization work day and night to make sure these babies are happy and healthy. The entire group of us glimpsers really enjoyed today, whether that meant folding clothes, cleaning doors and railings, or playing with/feeding the babies. Today was a bit more impactful on us, it was very hard to say goodbye because of the strong connections we made with the children in so little time.
Today was also our second to last day of English Tutoring! Although the language barrier can be difficult for many including myself. I have been able to learn some Spanish through the process! It is amazing that we have been so lucky to teach these students and I know it’s going to be hard to leave them, but the time we have shared is something I know I will remember for life! Let’s make our last class count!
Upon arriving back from English Tutoring, we had thirty minutes to prep for the CAP (Community Action Project) Presentation for Robert and Isabelle (TORTUGAS Pedasí). The presentation went absolutely amazing, we will be working on the hatcheries, mural, beach clean up, and video over the next 3 days. We are all SO ECSTATIC to have the opportunity to do this!
To close off tonight we had a more personal activity that allowed us to open up to each other including our GGL’s (Laura and Jason), PC’s (Lucas and Erick), and Med Fellow (Lydia). We were able to gain a deeper understanding for one another and realize that we are all connected in someway.
Being LDD can be tough, but that is the point of this. We are supposed to challenge and push ourselves. I ended up having a great day despite the stress! Always remember to exemplify the 3C’s (Courage, Commitment, and Compassion)!
Mom, Dad, Grams, Gramps, Uncle J, Tía Corinna, Kingston, Jax, and to all my friends reading the blog. I miss you guys so much and I absolutely cannot wait to share with you my experience here in Panamá. I love you guys! And grandma keep up the comments my group loves them so much!
Big Love,
Marissa
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Great job Glimpsers! We really look forward to the daily blogs. It’s great to read about what you’re doing and also all that you’re learning. You probably don’t realize it but you’re also teaching us at home! Love that. I’m also learning that my daughter knows how to clean things! Ha!
Keep up the great work team! You’re all missed very much.
Kaitlyn’s mom and dad
I love you Riss and I am SOOOOO proud of you! Can’t wait to hug you!!
Xoxo,Ma 😘
Hola Riss
Omg Riss
I’m not crying 😢 you’re crying 😢
I love you so much!
What a beautiful day!!’ You guys are AMAZING!!!!
G-pa says he Loves and misses you and happy to see you are having a good time.
We Love you 😘
G-Ma and G -Pa
Booie,
We are so proud of you!
You’re group is doing amazing work and making such an impact.
We are enjoying all of the pictures and updates.
Thank you all for keeping us posted.
Love,
Mom
Booie (Amaya)
Can you get in more pictures? please!! lol
Also shadow sleeps in front of your door, I think he misses you.
You all are doing such great things, it is so moving to follow this blog.
Maren sending you hugs miss you and so proud of you and your Panama group.
“Every child is a different kind of flower that altogether make this world a beautiful garden”
Thank you TA2A: Las Tablas 6-20-2019 Glimpsers, Laura & Jason, Lucas, Erik & Lydia
Thank you Global Glimpse!
Hi Amelie,good to see your having fun out there,,Enjoy and cherish the experience.,Miss u a lot & can’t wait to see you back.,take care and I love you…Dad
Hi Rebekah,
It’s had to believe it’s already been 9 days since you left.
I know this must have been a special day for you, knowing how much you love babies but I bet it was hard to say bye to them. Hey! You get to meet baby Jacob when you get home.
I bet you’re looking forward to working on the mural for the turtles. Did you learn how to say tortuga yet?
I truly enjoy reading about everything you’re doing in Panama and can’t wait to hear about your experience when you get home.
I love you and miss you, a lot.
Mom
Macy~ I just want to say how proud I am of you! What am amazing experience this must be. Looks like you have an awesome group of people with you. It is so cool to see the pictures of your journey and read the blogs! You all are doing a wondering job 😀 I miss you MayMay and I love you💜 keep up the fabulous work!
Hi Katie
What an amazing day! It’s amazing how the work you all do impacts everyone from the little kiddos to the the whole community. Keep up the good work and all the best as you all begin your CAP! We miss you! With hearts full of prayers, blessings and much love, Mom
What a life changing experience. The babies are beautiful and I know you thoroughly enjoyed this experience. I miss you and I’m counting the days till you’re home.
Hi Macy,
I miss you and hope you’re having a good time. When you come back we can take about both of our trips. Love you!!
IM SO PROUD OF YOU RISSA! You are one of my biggest inspiration, going out and helping the community and the environment. Don’t have too much fun without me! I love you tons- Kat