Today, we traveled to Chimborazo, Ecuador’s highest mountain, and the “Magical Forest,” where we hiked in 30 mph winds. It was a great experience, especially because we got to celebrate the birthday of one of our fellow glimpsers, Emanuel Morales. At Chimborazo, we didn’t go to the top, because of the extreme altitude change, however we did reach the 4,000 meter+ checkpoint AND took pictures.
Even though the hike was a challenge, we are really proud of everyone for pushing through their fears. Many of our friends expressed that “this was the best day ever,” because it was something new for all of us, and not many people get to climb mountains on their birthday. After our hike, the crew headed to Palacio Real, where we befriended our alpaca buddy, Sophie. All of us took “selfies” with the Andean mammal, and had a great time with her.
As for being Los Liders Del Dia, we were both excited about the day overall, since we know how to make things fun. We prepared for this day, because we knew it would be a challenging but memorable day. We were both surprised about the fact that everyone in the group hiked with us the whole day, even though some were hesitant in the beginning, because of slight headaches or fears.
Shout outs:
Hola Papa! Te llame hoy pero no me contestaste 🙁 Pero no estoy enojado hahahaha. te amo y no puedo esperar hasta que te ensene que compre! Mom, te amo y te extrano muuuuuucho! los veo en unas pocos dias! (:
-Jordan
Nevermind about the phone dad. Happy Father’s day. – Jay
Happy Father’s day, porque no contestan el telefono?! – Christian
Alles gut zum Vatertag und liebe gruesse aus Ecuador!! Ich hoffe dein tag war schoen und entspannend! <3 – Marlene
Hey mom it was super nice talking to you and everyone! The phone call made me miss you guys. Today was so fun, I got to pet an alpaca and I took so many pictures with it. Love and miss you all!!! -Licette
Feliz Dia De los padres! I love you so much, daddy! (: Mom & Zander: I’ll call you tomorrow (and someone tell Mr. Wang I said congrats on the wedding!) -Laynie
Hey friends, and family, today I went to Chimborazo which was between 15,000 and 16,000 ft!! We also took an amazing hike! I’ll show you pics! -Abbie
Thanks for calling me today, Arjun. I really needed to hear your voice. That hike looked amazing hope you had fun!
Happy birthday Emanuel!!
I wait all day to read these blogs. All of you are doing a great job on making me feel like I am there. Jacob I hope your having a blast & really can’t wait to see you. We all miss you so much. Safe travels & see you in a week. Love mom..
Hey Champ !! gracias por la felicitacion. Me da gusto saber que estubieron en el Chimborazo, se ve muy bonito, es muy bueno saber que estas viviendo grandes experiencias dia a dia. Perdon por no haberte contestado .pero estabamos practicando y no escuchamos el telefono. Ya sabes como somos de ruidosos. Siguete divirtiendo y aprendiendo hijo. te extrano mucho y te amo. Saludos de toda la familia
Hi laynie!
Who knew my name was also popular amongst Lamas 😉 Daddy was so very pleased with his Father’s Day phone call ; it meant so much to him and really made his day. I’m tickled pink to be able to talk to you tomorrow. We’ve all been faithfully following your adventures. Reading these blogs is truly the highlight of my day. That hike up the volcano must have been spectacular (I hope you took plenty of pictures). What a grand way to spend your birthday Emanuel!
Sleep tight xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
mom
Thanks for the call yesterday Helena! As mom indicated, you and Zander made my day, because I felt lonely on the east coast! It was great to hear about your adventures on the volcano! Reportedly you did not reach the 6000m level, but anyhow this should be a big achievement for the whole team, since hiking at that level is a challenge! I wonder whether now you are prepared to make the 4-day trek to Machu Picchu in Peru with me!
The team seems to continue to have fun during their time in Ecuador!
Hi Abbie,
So great to hear your voice yesterday and so nice for you to talk with Dad on Father’s Day! You sound so happy and excited about all that you are experiencing! We are so happy that you have had the opportunity to have this amazing adventure! We miss you and are looking forward to seeing you but also want you to continue to enjoy your time in Ecuador and live it all up, which it sounds like you are doing. So proud of you and happy for you!
Love you,
Mom
Hallo Marlene,
Vielen Dank für Deine Glückwünsche
Papa
Szia Rebecca!
Nagyon jo volt olvasni a beszamolodat. Szivesen veletek tartanek, mert hihetetlenul jo programokat szerveznek nektek. Megerkeztek a vendegek egyutt a csalad, de nelkuled nem az igazi. Vigyazunk a kis Mikire ne aggodj. Erezd jol magad, keszits rengeteg kepet, hogy en is lassam merre jartal. Nagyon hianyzol, millio csok. Anya
Alpacas and mountain climbing! Well written, Rebecca and Leslie. Thank you for telling us about your day.
Arjun so wonderful to hear your voice and catch up on your adventures. The little details have been so meaningful. Hearing them directly from you has meant the world. Appa loved his father’s day card from you. Taara made a lovely gift cert to Summerwinds…and he was thrilled.
Son, I think it’s time….that the group got to know…..your hidden talent….alpaca imitations. Don’t hold back honey! Let the world know. 🙂
Love, Amma
There is no better way to get to know who you are than by truly getting lost. That is the only way to find yourself and to be able to do it in nature is the best setting. You will always think that things are impossible until you actually do it and then you realize that it was not that hard in the first place. Well done Glimpsers!
Big Love from Global Glimpse NYC