Today, we had our second fun day at the pool. We drove half an hour to a country club. We celebrated Allegra and James’s birthday. We had a lot of fun at the pool. After that we came back to the hotel to start on our CAP project presentation.
As the leader of the day, I learned something from the peers when I was trying to hide the celebration of the birthday from group members. People had been asking me about the birthday, I was happy that people in the group is taking care of each other. I grow up in a place that people are a little selfish and not having so good birthdays. That is why I was so surprised and happy people asked that. I felt real love in the group. Another thing that made me feel that way is when I was trying to ask people to come with me to prepare for the birthday surprise. I can already imagine the bad side of it, which is no one willing to join us, since everyone was having fun at the pool. But the girls were all so excited to prepare with us. Big love to Nicaury for planning the birthday party and got the cake ready, make everyone really have fun on fun day.
It was hard for me to keep the secret birthday party. And people had been asking me the whole day about the birthday party. I was trying to let them think we not going to do anything for their birthday. That is the whole point of secret party. At the end, we all made a poster for Allegra, it has everyone’s comment and signature. We will also do it for James.
What made me really proud were the presentations, because we didn’t have time to prepare. However, we did a great job conveying our ideas to a community as a group. Everyone dressed elegantly, and the person who is in charge of the project only spoke Spanish. Although, some of us don’t speak Spanish the bilingual students successfully translated the group’s ideas.
It was stressful for being the leader of the day. I had to think ahead and have plan before things happened. It is extremely hard to not forget things. I had to be appreciative to people who reminded me what to do. I felt I’ve been taking care this whole time. This is the best group I’ve ever been in.
Hi Allegra! Looks like you had a great birthday. Nice that it was a pool day.
Happy for you and the wonderful memories you are making on this adventure.
Love you–don’t forget.
Anky and Papa
What a wonderful birthday surprise! We (Allegra’s family) sure appreciate everything each of you did to make the day special. And to finally get to see pictures of Allegra and that smile that we have been missing! Thank you Nicaury and Shuying and everyone else. And happy birthday to James too!
Thanks for the great post, Shuying. How nice of all of you to celebrate your group members’ birthdays, very thoughtful. The day at the pool looks like it was awesome! I can’t wait to see what the CAP project is going to be – good luck to all of you with it!
Ari, everyone says hi, Kaka Edo and his family are here, it’s so nice to see them, but they all miss you. I can’t wait to see you. I am sending good thoughts your way so that the CAP goes well for all of you and so it is a satisfying and enriching activity for all of you. I love you, mi vida.
Hi Marisa! Looks like you had a great time at the pool. So proud of you for having the confidence to take this trip at your age. I’m glad this adventure has been so versatile.
Counting down the days until you return.
Love Mami
Swimming in the pool seems like so much fun! Can’t wait until you come back
Hi Jessica, well it seems like your having fun in the water, but you didn’t seem all that happy presenting. (LOL) well hope all is well.? 5 more days. Until you return back home. We all miss you very much. Levi sad.awh!!!! Can’t wait to see you and hear about everything you learned and all the fun things you did. Love you lots.xoxoxox
Fun day! I like how you are all taking the time for business and pleasure. The bonds you are forming will last a lifetime! I’m proud of you all!
Julie
Hi Mandy Lu!
What an amazing experience I know you will cherish for the rest of your life! I’m enjoying seeing the smiles on your face and of you presenting like a natural leader! I bet your espanol has improved as well. Can’t wait for you to communicate with the kids (who will likely test you!).
Love you and proud of your accomplishment!
Gosh! you made us all feel envy with your every day different activities.So much fun and exiting learning. Didn’t see you on the pictures though. Love you. Mom
Marisa- it’s wonderful to see your beautiful smile!!! Sounds like you are all having an amazing time! I can’t wait to hear all about it. Sending hugs your way mija! 🙂