Hello fellow Global Glimpse parents, Today was another exciting and extravagant day especially since we took a trip to the mango farm. Like every other day (most of the time) we woke up with a 7 am wake up call from yours truly. We woke up with an energizing breakfast of a traditional Gayo Pinto plate and a tasty passion fruit juice. Everyone laughed and talked to each other while also enjoying what Don Carlos prepared for us. Ready to start our day we cleaned up and got everything together by refilling our water bottles, wearing sunscreen, and applying bug spray in order to be prepared for the Mango Farm we were going to visit. As we drove off in our usual bus we sang songs and shared some stories with each other. We rode to meet at a cooperative, officially fair trade certified. Getting to meet the cooperative was a good feeling knowing we were going to hear some speakers that were eager to tell us all about fair trade, what their job means to them, and how small they think of themselves when compared to everyone else in the business especially when it comes down to internationally speaking about what they do and who they are. With that, came questions from our fellow Glimpsers and thoughts they had about fair trade and the production of Mangos. What was really surprising was that a simple Mango tree would take about 5 years in order to grow and start producing succulent mangos to be sent out to other countries.
After that, we visited the place where all the magic happened and even though crop season was over everyone still got a very delicious mango. Laughter took over as most of us tried to shake and pull the branches high up in the trees with a stick, but the hard work was all worth it because we all got a mango and had fun doing it as a group helping one another. It was such a good experience and lesson on how to work as a team and give each other motivation to try something that seemed impossible but was done with hard work from all of us. In addition, we received a little surprise when we made a quick stop to watch the view of the lagoon and mountains all over us on one of the highest place in Nicaragua. We got back on the bus and headed to the hostel to devour another delicious meal from Don Carlos who already happen to be waiting for us with open arms. Glimpsers finished their meal and prepared for their English tutoring class, with that being done we all had free time and some rushed in groups of four to the Internet cafe in order to communicate with friends and family back home while others stayed at the hostel taking a nap that was needed for people like myself that felt a bit tired. After everyone was back at the hostel we got ready to leave and walk to the Ave Nicaraguita where we taught our students that are always welcoming even to the ones that don’t speak much Spanish. Teaching the students another language can sometimes be challenging but is another way that can help all of us improve our own language and a secondary language like Spanish that is also very important. Later on we said goodbye to our students for the day and made our way across the block to where Don Carlos’s restaurant is at called La Favorita. Eating yet another meal and drinking cold agua de Jamaica couldn’t have been better for the night. Overall we ended our night by watching another performance of a fire show and eating ice cream while we all tried to solve riddles that weren’t as easy as they seem, followed with a walk going back to the hostel for our nightly meeting.
To end I want it say Goodnight from La Casa Roja!
All the GG students are having so much fun. Going to a mango farm seems like so much fun. But the relaxing part sounds better. I heard back from Bianca which was random. There’s only 7 days left for everyone to return to their homes. Enjoy every last minute and continue to make changes.
Bianca, I love and miss you dearly. Get in contact with me on Saturday last.
Miss u Beth!! Bring home a mango lol XOXO
8/2/16 7:35 am {NYC}
Hello everyone , Jacqueline your blog moved me today as I was reading I was touched on so many levels I can’t express how much it meant to hear how you lived like a local and the adventure that was taken. I’m sure this is a different outlook for you guys especially coming from the States and having what you have in general and the things that you don’t want for. I was inspired reading about fair trade and how much their jobs mean so much to them, the production of Mango and how it takes just about 5 years for it to grow and start producing so that it can be sent out to other countries. Mango picking looked like you had so much fun and it reminded me of Apple picking using sticks and shaking them down, even if you aren’t a Mango eater I hope you at least gave it a try just to have a small taste of it especially coming directly from there. I loved seeing the photos and knowing that you all were enjoying your time , glad to hear that you had a nice little surprise to watch the view of Lagoon and Mountains that must of been amazing to see. You little teachers should appreciate how much the students there love and look forward to your English lessons that must mean a lot to them so keep up the great work and well deserve impact you have on the children.
Ny’Rayah, I was so happy to hear your voice and that we were able to speak for 16 minutes and 25 seconds you told me to tell you when the call hit 15 minutes and 45 seconds so we can hang up but you still wanted to talk which I truly didn’t mind but I know you were watching the cost of the call. I loved seeing you in the pictures you look so happy in the ones that show you totally off but girl learn how to get in the whole picture I seen a piece of your arm and was like that’s is my girl just seeing that much of you let me know you were engaged in the activity. I love and miss you like always everyone continues to tell me your doing an amazing job and that they too are proud of you, William told Charles this trip is taking way to long for you to return and he is counting down the days because Barcelona here we come. Charles and Zaria went to 86 st yesterday to hang out then ended up at Johnny Rocket for happy hour to enjoy a meal and to get their Bacon Milk Shake.
To all peace be with you and enjoy your day , leaders thanks a bunch for keeping our children safe!
Warmly,
Niya
Karelys wanted a mango so bad!!!!!!!! Glad you got some, bring me one lol 😉
We love the fact that each day is so different from the next! Learning about how fair trade effects the local farmer and how they feel they fit into the world economy is certainly something you don’t run across everyday. It was interesting to learn about how long the mango tree takes to produce fruit, I’m sure it painstaking for the farmers. I would have loved to try one right off the tree!
We’re so glad to hear that you guys are getting so much out of your daily tutoring sessions, it must be very rewarding to give back and yet receive so much in return! As always, we are so proud of each and everyone of you guys!
Morgan, we can’t believe that in a week you will be home, the time is going by so quickly and we certainly miss you, but want you to absorb every detail of this adventure of a lifetime! Richie and Debbie were flipping out when they heard what you’re doing. They once did a similar thing deep in Costa Rica and totally respect what you’re involved in.
Love ya,
Mom & Kenny
Sounds like a great trip!
Thanks not missing me Morgan.
See ya soon!
JD
Hey Naomi. Hope you’re having a great experience as well as your peers.
It looks really exciting all the things you guys have been doing. Hopefully it will boost your spirit and recharge your enthusiasm in preparation for your next stage in life. College!
Bring me a nice coffee mug that represents the culture of Nicaragua, for my collection.
Love you so much and miss you greatly.
oops sorry.
Pressed the button twice. Is the excitement.
LOL
Hi Diana, I’m always happy to read about your new adventures. Everyday is a busy day for you. Make sure you participate in all the events. Please don’t shy away, I know how you can be at times. Try to enjoy the beauty of Nature. Shaking and pulling the branches high up in the trees with a stick to get mangos sounds like a lot of fun but also takes hard work and dedication. Everything you do in life has it’s price. I’m glad you guys are all motivating each other in this difficult but adventurous journey. Just remember, any job is an honor whether is rich or poor. People deserve to be treated with respect regardless of their culture and the type of work they do.
Thank you for taking the time out of your free time to call me. Hearing from you brought so much joy to me. Titi was also happy to hear from you. Take care, luv mom!
Sounds like a great day Glimpsers and staff.
BUG SPRAY AND SUNSCREEN….YAY!!!!!
It’s crazy that those microscopic bugs can have
such a devastating effect on your life.
The dancehall artist, Beenie Man caught the Zika Virus.
His canada performance was cancelled..no visa issued.
Mya, you remember my beach visit last year w/o SPF lip
protectant…first degree burn to the lips.
I respect that sun’s intensity now tho.
Chef Alton Brown hasn’t been on the screen since you left.
No worries right..CHEF DON CARLOS on deck…alright!
Nobody’s jealous of y’all fresh picked/dropped mangos…enjoy.
Five years..that’s a long time. I never knew that…thanks!
Luv u Mya ?
Good night everyone, hope everyone is having a great time. Just stoping by to say hello to my daughter Karelys. Hope you are feeling okay. Love you so much. Good night
8/2/16 11:00 {NYC}
To Ny’Rayah
Be careful in Nicaragua swetee love William
Hi Diana
this is William im in Ny’Rayah house its 11pm im watching the movie home..
To Destiny,
Soak up this experience and get as much as you can from it. Experiences you gain from other countries shape the person you are and enhance your world view. You know how much I love agriculture so I am thrilled about your opportunity to be out in nature and see how it works. I love you so much.
To all,
Continue to be fearless and accept this adventure with open arms.
With love,
Mayans big sister Krystal.