Today we had our first academic seminar and we learned a little bit about the history of Nicaragua. The Glimpsers were challenged to put important Nicaraguan historical events into chronological order even though they knew little about Nicaraguan history. The activity modeled the importance of understanding the past in order to understand the present. To further reinforce this concept, we took a tour of Matagalpa to get our bearings on how to navigate the city and to visit landmarks signiciant in Nicaraguan history.
We returned to the hostel to eat lunch with our guest speaker, Dona Sonia, a current political figure in Matagalpa and past guerilla fighter for the Sandinistas. She talked about her experience as a guerilla fighter and we were all deeply moved by her passion, resilience, and commitment. The Glimpsers jumped at the opportunity to ask thoughtful questions.
After an emotionally heavy visit with Dona Sonia, we took a bus ride up to El Calvario and got an exceptional view of the city. At El Calvario, the Glimpsers took pictures in front of a breath-taking backdrop and found their inner-child by frolicking through a colorful playground. As their Global Glimpse Leaders, we are so proud of how quickly our group of Glimpsers are learning to care for each other. We trained our first Leaders of the Day, Jimmy and George during our evening meal. The Leaders of the Day are responsible for waking up their peers, keeping everyone healthy and hydrated, keeping track of the schedule, and acting as the group’s role models. We were excited to pass off the torch and let the Glimpsers find their leadership styles.
Dear globe trotting Jedi of the 21st century,
Wow what a day you all had. The view of ElCarvio looks pretty awesome and Im happy to see smiles on all the faces. Especially that cool, crazy, talented fearless daughter of mine!
The bathroom remodel here is finished! Just a few final touches. Daisy was NO help whatsoever as usual.
Love you lots…. Papi
Beautiful Pictures….enjoy
Feliz de verte muy contenta y disfrutando
Looks like another great day!
Thank you Hiu and Ambar for all the thorough and interesting updates. You are wonderful leaders.
Best regards,
Nichole and Jimmy Ramirez
I love what you are doing for our future leaders .
You are my hero.
Love
Rosalina Rizwan
Marilyn,
The view is beautiful and you look great. Hope you are enjoying yourself. I bet learning the history and hearing a first hand account was riveting. Miss you lots!
Love, Addie
Maggie,
I have been following the hroup’s journey on the blog. I am happy to see that your are smiling in the pictures. I think about u often daily and I pray that you are safe and enjoying this wonderful journey. In reading the things that have been posted by the other glimpsers I feel that this trip can have a phenomenal impact on your lives! I love & miss you much! Looking forward to hearing from you soon? Remember to say your prayers and enjoy yourself while taking in the experience as a whole.
Love,
Mommy
im on now and love seeing that you are having a great time it is so beautiful love you.
kisses.
mommy
Hi Marilyn,
What an amazing trip you are having. I love seeing all the pictures. Can’t wait to hear all about it!
Love you, Aunt Debbie