Today, we had our first “free day”. We all got to sleep in, yay!! It energized us all since we got to sleep in and not be rushed. I noticed a huge increase in everyones energy and positive attitude. Breakfast was self serve and we ate fruit with cereal and yogurt. It made everyone satisfied because the fresh fruit was amazing and many students enjoyed trying a new part in breakfast, arroz con leche. After breakfast, we got to call home!! This made me feel happy and sad at the same time, because I miss my family but it was also fun to tell them about what we had been doing. We were finally able to do our laundry, which I felt was crucial to continuing since most of us are beginning to run out of clothes. Next, we got to prepare for our first free day. Sadly, we did not get to all go in the morning since the ambassadors did not come. Ms.Bittner was able to take 5 of us, which was an amazing experience. Walking through the community you could feel the essence of the people, whether it was through the food they were cooking on the street or the children dances. After stopping at a few stores, we head back to the accommodations, where we had lunch. It consisted of rice, meatballs, and vegetables. Then we all went on our next adventures, some went with Mr.Haffner and others with different ambassadors. On my walk, we found a shop that sold what we were looking for and bought many shirts and other touristy items. On the way home, Yesenia fell in a puddle, which was the highlight of the trip. Next, we got ready for English tutoring and ended up being much more successful this time. The students engaged and were learning a lot more than last time and this was most likely due to the fact that we were more prepared and had our lesson plan. This was extremely impactful because the last tutoring session for me personally did not go as well so seeing this success made me more hopeful and encouraged me to enjoy it more. We went home after and had a dinner of tomato, ham, cheese, and ketchup sandwiches. Seeing the energy of today was extremely impactful and it made me miss home less, since these people have become like another type of family. We all come from different backgrounds but going through these experiences together has bonded us and it’s something I’ll never forget. 🙂
Ashley, I want to let you know That we all miss you and love you very much! I’m very proud of you my big girl. Hugs
-Mom
Hi mijo it was a real nice surprise to get to talk to you this morning, knowing that you are enjoying what you are doing it makes me very happy. I saw you in a picture and definitely shows that you are doing great. I love you mijo.
Muskan,
It was very nice to talk to you today, I got so happy to hear your voice after almost a week, very glad to know that you have got a chance to stay with and learn about the local community and helping them. I hope you like vegetarian food there, stay safe and have lots of fun.
Love you and eagerly waiting for you.
Mom
Hi senia ,
Just want you to know that we are following all of the post & so happy that you are enjoying this experience. We miss you & can’t wait to hear all the stories you come home & share. Love you !
– Yasmin
Hey Erron! I’m very glad to hear that you guys finally had a day to relax a bit, I’m sure you found out by now that this day was really much needed because of the next days that are awaiting, keep having fun!
Hey Yesenia! I love and miss you my little love; Ying to my yang. I’m so proud of you and can’t wait to hear about all your stories when you come home
Hi baby, (Yesenia)
Momma is missing you, I read that you fell, for it to be a highlight it must of been real funny. 😂 Sounds like today was a good experience. I love you mija good night and sweet dreams.
Loving you everyday,
mommy
Lesenia- (Yesenia)
OMG I would of loved to see you fall ,,, LOL J/k Lily misses you although she’d never admit it …
heyy senia of course you were the one to fall lol hope you’re enjoying your time out there love you
Deric I hope you’re having the time of your life over there & I hope you’re getting educated about a new culture! Dutch when you get back.