Today we visited a semi-rural community right outside of Constanza (Los Gajitos and Cañada de las Palmas). The people we met felt like one big happy family. Getting to personally hear each individuals’ stories and hardships allowed us to better connect with them and understand the privilege we have of living in the US.
What surprised us most was how friendly and welcoming each person was to us. They took us in as a part of their family for a day and made us a feast for lunch. Another thing that surprised us was how connected the small mountain community was. Overall, the entire experience left us surprised and in awe.
The best moment for us was being able to help all the people that welcomed us with their daily work and chores. One group even helped fixed a road by mining and carrying rocks up the mountain. Also, we are proud of how some of us translated for the group and as well as how some of us tried our best to speak in Spanish to connect with all the people, especially the young children.
We had multiple people that inspired us, but what first comes to our minds is the children and teenagers that were around our age.
Being leader of the day was very fun but tough. We look forward to seeing what comes next!
Hi Raana, it sounds like a wonderful day. I am sure being a fluent spanish speaker came in handy in connecting with the locals. Love you so much.
Ruby- miss u so much specially tata. Please continue to help thouse who need it the most. love u and miss u so much love u
Hi Avika,
Happy that you guys are having lot of fun and doing such amazing things for the community! keep up the good work! did not see you today in the picture ? love you and miss you!
I’m glad your having fun Kamilia… me and your papa miss you already …so proud of you helping people there… enjoy and we’ll wait for you …
There is my Juvin! Thank you for posting picture. Please keep them coming. Your brother,sister,and dad, dogs, misses you. Mom
ErikA!!!!
I miss you so much! I hope you’re having fun and I can’t wait to see you in a month [but it’s sooo farrrr from now, but I can wait (: ]
P.s. Please drink lots of water and put on sunscreen
Lots of love and smiles,
Nuckoles
Oh my God I love the updates and all the pictures I see my son Juvin which brought a big giant smile to my face immediately. I miss him but Knowing that he is expanding his knowledge in a humbling way Brings me nothing but joy. Thanks Global Glimpse!
Raana, I’m so glad to see you looking so happy and healthy in these photos! I hope you learn a lot from the local community and really connect with them throughout the CAP project. I miss and love you so much!!
It’s so wonderful to see you guys having lots of fun and getting involved.
We miss you a lot Jackie. Have a great time!
Love you
Mom&Dad
OMG there is my Bb with that beautiful smile I miss! Happy to see a pic of you and everyone around you!! I can’t wait to hear of your experience! Besos Janielita te amo