Hey everyone! It’s Marisa from Summit Rainier in San Jose and Jarely from Tomales High School in Tomales and we got to be Lideres del Dia for the second CAP Project Day. Today was dedicated to finishing up all the unfinished projects that we had planned for Maguana Al Medio, which included completing the murals, trash cans, and volleyball and basketball nets.
We started of the day with breakfast at Sheila’s, then headed on the bus to Maguana Al Medio. Once we arrived, we split off into our groups, and began working on our assigned tasks. The trash can group was able to complete their project, by delivering the colorful trash cans and placing them throughout the community. Although the basketball hoop crew faced many setbacks, they were finally able to complete their project. The mural crew was able to finish touching up the flowers and butterflies that were painted alongside the walls of the school, which really gave the school a cheerful vibe. The last major project that was left to finish today, was the main mural of Caunabo. Thanks to all the help that was pitched in from the other crews, we were able to complete the mural on time. It was not easy! We were worried at first that we were not going to be able to finish it on time, and then with our luck, it started to sprinkle. We were worried that the freshly painted mural was going to wash off, with all of our hard work gone. We also ran out of some paint, so we had to improvise, which was very stressful. However in the end, it was all worth it, when we were sharing Big Love with Solana and her community, who thanked us for all the hard work we had put in.
Later, we had a farewell party at Sheila’s, where we invited some ambassadors to share our last dinner with each other. We were all blessed with some amazing tacos, we got to dance around to some bachata, and we got to hear and share thank yous and last goodbyes. Although it was emotional, it was definetly a night that we will all remember.
(Jarely)
As La Lider Dia it was a very stressful and exciting because it was finally my turn to lead and it couldn’t of been on a better day than on a day when we were helping such a wonderful community. Seeing everyone’s enthusiasm and dedication to finish our group project for such great people was a wonderful thing to be a part of. I am proud of everyone because they all put so much work in for the community of Maguana Al Medio. I learned to be more assertive and to not be afraid to speak up and lead a large group. I would like to send love to my family and friends back home and can’t wait to see you guys in a few days!
(Marisa)
Being Lider del Dia today was an eventful day for me today. It was great to finally see everybody come together and work as a team to complete the project on time. It was such a great feeling to see the thankful reactions of the community once we were done. I am very proud of our group because we were able to pull through to leave a great legacy in Maguana Al Medio. I was really nervous coming into this day because I was afraid that I was not going to a good leader, but I surprised myself by taking charge and being assertive when I needed to. I want to send love to all my friends and family, love you guys and can’t wait to see you!! (Btw @ my dad, I’m staying brown!!!)
Very nice, you all did a Beautiful job.I’m so glad you all finished.you all are like a new family. Much Love.? to all of you. I’m so glad you are coming home Jessica. I Love You.? see you tomorrow if God’s Willing. God Bless You All. Have a safe trip back home to you all.?
Great example of what hard work and teamwork can achieve! Way to to go team! Marisa- I’m happy you were able to get out of your comfort zone see yourself in a different light. You are an amazing young lady with so many wonderful talents and gifts to offer this world. I’m blessed to have you in my life mija! I love you to the moon!!!
Hi Marisa! Way to step up to the plate & working on your leadership skills. Sounds like you guys had a busy and productive day. Glad to hear you guys overcame those roadblocks and finished those projects.
We are all excited that you have had had a great experience in the DR. Tour fellow Global Glimpers sound amazing and I’m glad you were able to meet new people and build new frienships.
Only a couple more days and you’ll be in my arms! I can’t wait!
Live and miss you!
Hey Nando! Looks like you guys had a busy and interesting day. I hope that you’re enjoying the last days there and we need to hang out before I leave to San Juan! Miss you and see you soon!
Marisa!!! I miss you!! Cannot wait to debrief about both of your experiences in San Juan. Sounds like a super successful project (: Tell Summit Rainier folks I say Hi and send my love<3
Hi Kyla,
Can’t wait to see you.
You could finish all your projects as the service to this community. Great team work and Great accomplishment everyone, something you all can be proud of!!! Thank you to all GG leader and participants for making this trip so successful…
And now please travel safely back home. We will see you soon.
Great job, everyone! I really enjoyed reading the posts every night. You are all a group of amazing students. Thank you for opening up your hearts and minds and sharing them with the San Juan community and us!
Beautiful projects… congratulations!
Have a wonderful trip home,
Julie