Throughout today’s Ecuadorian journey we have become more united as a family being there for each other and being able to solve problems that we come to face. Some of the biggest challenges that we faced today were being more open minded about our surroundings and making sure we become more flexible because it was the first free day. This forced us to understand the open schedule and what people wanted to do throughout the day.
Separating into three groups of nine with our Global Glimpse leaders we did an activity called the Human Knot. This activity is one where everyone stands in a circle and grabs two other hands. Their goal is to untangle themselves without letting go of each other. This game was a metaphor for us while we are here because as things get tangled up, we work together to allow things to fall back into place.
Today, we got a chance to experience a sleepy Ecuadorian Sunday. In contrast to yesterday in which the city was loud, chaotic, and wide awake, today we encountered many closed doors and quiet streets. We assume that people were taking the day off, sleeping in, or attending church services. However, we did find a few open stalls and other Glimpsers from New York and California at Plaza Roja. Many of us purchased ponchos, bag, key chains, sweaters, bracelets and other gifts.
After purchasing souvenirs at Plaza Roja and lunch, we made our way to the internet café. This was quite the struggle, but Mrs. Pam found the way #workitgirl. One of the biggest achievements of the day was us being able to freely show our feelings after our phone calls to our loved ones. Besides a challenge it was a realization to others how much they actually missed their parents after just a few minutes into the phone call. Them realizing their special bond that they have with their families back at home helped create stronger connection knowing how important they are in their lives, while strengthening our Global Glimpse family here in Ecuador. Overall this helped us continue to appreciate the little things that we have in life #attitudeofgratitude.
During dinner everyone was enjoying the company of each other, sharing laughs and thoughts, and creating memories together as a family. Starting off the trip with little to no knowledge about everyone in Global Glimpse the past six days we have bonded with each other while creating friendships that we hope to maintain after this experience in Ecuador #thememorieswillliveon4ever.
Daniela Antunez – Noble Street College Prep
Geo Pallares – Lindblom Math and Science Academy
I’m glad I got a chance to talk to my granddaughter Kyra Turner. I’m also glad that she got the opportunity to go on this trip, one that should be etched in her heart forever. Praying everyone enjoy the rest of the stay.
I absolutely loved talking to you yesterday, Greta! Thanks to everyone who tried to help with the connection. I hope your ice cream lived up to Hartigans. 🙂 I’m so happy you’re making friends and look forward to hearing about the next adventure. xoxoxox
Omg Janie…..soooo sad that I missed your call…phone reception in Bora Bora is very bad…love you to the moon!!
Love you and miss you,
Mom
Claire!!! I can’t tell you how much I needed to hear your voice, and see your face in the pictures. I love hearing your stories about this amazing trip. Please keep writing and taking pictures. Oh and I checked today on those results – 3 for both!
Hi Ymari!!!!
My Nani ❤ You don’t know how much it meant to hear your voice. You seem to be having a great time & that makes me so happy. How Awesome it is to know you are the only one from Philadelphia, I know you will leave them with a good impression of us. Love you babe!!! Miss you like crazy!!!! ❤???
I had a chance to speak to Adriana on Sunday. She sounded so mature. I could tell you all were learning a lot and having fun. I can’t wait to see all of the pictures Adriana takes on the trip. I hope to read more of your blogs – what a great job each leader has been doing. THANK YOU.
Greta, I’m glad you got to call home, I’m missing you and follow each days blog! so impressed with everything you are doing, but especially happy with the whole experience. Try lots of new things, even food! Love Mimi.
PS baby kitty growing!
Greta, I love reading about your adventures and the people you are meeting. What an amazing opportunity. I saw your kitty this morning, climbing everywhere. Hope you are taking lots of photos. Love you much, Mimi
Shouting out to Erika from the Windy City. I heard you got to talk to your mom. I hope you are enjoying your experience and am looking forward to hearing all about it. I really enjoy reading the blogs. Thanks for sharing and keep on learning !!
Hi Sophia,
I’m so sorry I missed your call. I answered but didn’t hear anything. I hope you will try again next Sunday. It sounds like this is a wonderful experience for you and you are seeing a lot of things. I hope you are taking alot of pictures. I miss you so much.
Love you always,
Bubbe