Today we learned about ecotourism at a local family owned farm. The family there taught us about their land’s history and they mentioned a lot about the Spaniards that were a part of the land a LOOOOONNNG time ago. We hiked up a hill and found bits and pieces of old “artesanias”, or ceramics, that had been left by the Spaniards that were thought to have had no value. The tombs of indigenous people were covered with large rocks with all their belongings with them. We were then split up into four groups to perform daily chores on the farm (gardening, feeding animals, cleaning up manure). While doing the jobs, it was so peaceful, we could hear the birds chirp and the cows moo, and all the plants there brought a lot of brightness to the farmland. We feel proud to know that we left our mark with the gardens that were planted. The family there was very inspiring because they were welcoming enough to open up their family farm to the locals and tourists. They mentioned that what they do is not a business for money, but to be able to educate people about the environment in Villa Los Santos. They are the only farm in the province so they are known to be very important to the area. Today we learned that being a leader comes with a lot of responsibility with the position, and that we have to prove our worth while on the job. Being a leader is an honor and should not be taken for granted. Without our electronics, we are really able to be aware of our surroundings and be committed to what we’re here for and the legacy we want to leave behind for the next delegation. Back at home we are really dependent on technology and here we were able to get a new perspective and be hands on with everything we were doing. After doing all the chores, some of our fellow glimpsers (Cathy C., Mary, and Isabella) got the chance to try on polleras (traditional Panamanian skirts) which are worn during traditional folkloric dances. With the polleras, came a lot of gold jewelry and tembleques (headpieces) in the shapes of flowers and butterflies. The family then turned on music and everyone joined in on the traditional dances. To say thank you to the family, we gave them a ceramic to add to their collection.
2024 Trips
- T1A-BAY: Turrialba 1 6-5-2024
- JA1A-BAY: Jarabacoa 1 6-6-2024
- TA1A-BAY
(formerly RB1A): Las Tablas 1 6-7-2024 - JD1A-CHI
(formerly RB2A): Juan Dolio 1 6-10-2024 - T2A-BAY: Turrialba 2 6-10-2024
- JA2A-BAY: Jarabacoa 2 6-12-2024
- T3A-CHI: Turrialba 3 6-13-2024
- C1A-LA: Constanza 1 6-17-2024
- CH1A-BAY: Chitre 1 6-17-2024
- SP1A-BAY (formerly RB3A): San Pedro 1 6-18-2024
- TA2A-CHI
(formerly CH2A): Las Tablas 2 6-18-2024 - C2A-BAY: Constanza 2 6-20-2024
- T1B-WM: Turrialba 1 6-24-2024
- JA1B-CHI: Jarabacoa 1 6-24-2024
- TA1B-BAY
(formerly RB1B): Las Tablas 1 6-24-2024 - JD1B-NYC
(formerly RB2B): Juan Dolio 1 6-28-2024 - T2B-BAY: Turrialba 2 6-28-2024
- T3B-LA: Turrialba 3 7-1-2024
- JA2B-BAY: Jarabacoa 2 7-1-2024
- C1B-NYC: Constanza 1 7-5-2024
- CH1B-BAY: Chitre 1 7-5-2024
- H1B-NYC (formerly RB3B): Heredia 1 7-8-2024
- TA2B-LA (formerly CH2B): Las Tablas 2 7-8-2024
- C2B-WM: Constanza 2 7-9-2024
- T1C-NYC: Turrialba 1 7-12-2024
- JA1C-BAY: Jarabacoa 1 7-12-2024
- TA1C-CHI (formerly RB1C): Las Tablas 1 7-12-2024
- JD1C-LA (formerly RB2C): Juan Dolio 1 7-16-2024
- T2C-CHI: Turrialba 2 7-17-2024
- T3C-BAY: Turrialba 3 7-19-2024
- JA2C-NYC: Jarabacoa 2 7-19-2024
- C1C-NYC: Constanza 1 7-23-2024
- CH1C-WM: Chitre 1 7-23-2024
- SP1C-BAY (formerly RB3C): San Pedro 1 7-26-2024
- TA2C-NYC (formerly CH2C): Las Tablas 2 7-26-2024
- C2C-CHI: Constanza 2 7-26-2024
- T1D-BAY: Turrialba 1 7-30-2024
- JA1D-CHI: Jarabacoa 1 7-31-2024
- TA1D-NYC
(formerly RB1D): Las Tablas 1 8-1-2024 - JD1D-WM
(formerly RB2D): Juan Dolio 1 8-2-2024 - T2D-NYC (GK): Turrialba 2 8-6-2024
- JA2D-WM: Jarabacoa 2 8-7-2024
- T3D-NYC: Turrialba 3 8-8-2024
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What an eventful day!
I would love you (Kim) to apply what you have learned when you return home!
Miss you😘
Miss & love you Bella. Hope you had a great time dancing in those skirts! Haha <3
Thanks for sharing your day with us. Day after day, you are getting such wonderful humbling experiences. This will have a lasting impact on you all. Take time to eat and rest!
Shrey, I believe you will be leading tomorrow? Looking forward to it.
Hey Michael!
Which was your favorite chore to do? Because that’s going to be your new chore at home. Haha. Just kidding. Hope that this experience helps you appreciate where food comes from and how much hard work is required. Your family loves you!
– Angela and the fam
Hello Glimpsers, i’m So proud of your hard work today, you are definitely leaving a great impact on the local community for future. I’m also very happy that you are learning a different perspective of life. It’s gonna help you out as you step into the real world after high school. Shrey, I hope you are enjoying there. I’m Excited to read your blog. All is well at our end, let’s hope Warriors make us proud today. Dad is working from home this week, he’ll be traveling next whole week. Shreysi is busy bonding with her Grad friends and i’m doing Deep house cleaning :). Yesterday I went out for dinner with my friends. We had a lot of fun! Take care. Love you- Mom
I loved reading this blog. Sounds like you all are growing and learning so much.
Hey Esther,
I’m glad you’re getting lots of new experiences and hearing personal stories about some of the families in Panama. I hope you can share some of the history when you come back. Keep up the good work!