¡Buenos días! Today was extremely hectic but, all in all, it was definitely the best day so far (probably because the Líderes del Día were so fun and amazing). The day began with a delicious breakfast and a melodic hour long drive to the main entrance of Chimborazo. Chimborazo is the closest point on earth to the sun, but don’t worry we all wore a superfluous amount of sunscreen to protect our pretty faces. We were accompanied by two tour guides, Olga and the familiar Carlos Real. Carlos gave us a detailed description of the three ecosystems that can be seen from the summit of Chimborazo. First, there is the green valleys that are home to lush forests and farmland. Second there is the mossy highlands which are studded with low growing brush and small wildflowers. Lastly, there is the summit, a snowy, sandy, and sparse environment which is home to the vicuna. Vicunas are small llamas with deer eyes.
The sun was shining throughout our drive up and the conic side of Chimborazo was clearly visible (from Riobamba you can see the three peaks of the mountain, but from Guaranda it looks like a cone). Once we reached the first refuge, Olga and Carlos led us in a prayer to Taita Chimborazo to grant us safe passage, and as clouds began to cover Chimborazo’s snowcapped peak, Olga sang a traditional Kichwa song to pray for good weather. We then began our very short but purifying hike to a monument commemorating Simón Bolívar.
After enjoying the majestic view, we began the journey back to Guaranda for lunch amongst the misty clouds that descended upon the mountain. By the time we got to Feroz for lunch, we were an hour behind schedule. Lunch was pretty fishy: we had tilapia, which was fresh from the coast. Immediately after lunch, we had to begin preparing for our next English tutoring session. Despite the time crunch Glimpsers worked very hard to make their lessons a success. Some Glimpsers even played a riveting game of basketball with their students after class.
However, our day was not close to ending, as we had our Community Action Project (CAP) presentation for the representatives of Fundacion Betesda. Glimpsers Luna and Brandon, presented our project plan triumphantly and we will be buying the materials for our project during our next Free Day, which is Friday (so get ready for some calls on Friday).
Dinner was finally served and our chaotic day came to a close. Even though our day was packed and stressful, our delegation still kept their heads up and maintained their energy. Today may not have been “fun” in the conventional sense, but we made the most of it and made every moment unforgettable.
“Wanderer there is no road, the road is made by walking” – Antonio Machado
when life hands you lemons, make lemonaide. Even though the day was packed and stressful, remember, that you made it through and have stories and tales to share. you are making memories and a huge impact. keep it up…. Happy 4th of July tomorrow… ps… nicko ossie misses you
Pretty fishy huh! I’m just glad we can add new things to our at home menu!!! I felt as tho I was there on that bus thru the clouds with ya! Happy Fourth of July to ya. Call me if you get a chance at a phone call/ ily
Hi Kathleen, Seems like a very long and exhausting day for you guys but a day filled with new adventure and experience. We are so proud of you. Is that you in the picture Kathleen on the left side front row end seat? That is great!
Hola hijo ya te mire en las nuevas fotografias , estaremos listos para la llamada del Viernes, te extranamos y te queremos mucho sigue disfrutando tu Aventura de aprendisaje . dios te vendiga .
Buenas miradas soñolientas!! What a wonderful and humbling day! Chimborazo looks majestic! Gracias Carlos y Olga! Pictures are amazing! I see you in the group picture! My little líder del día! CAP plan is a go! Gran amor! And thank you for such a descriptive update! I like that Luna & Brandon ‘triumphantly’ presented the CAP plan!! You guys are awesome!! I miss you and love you so much! Looking forward to hearing your voice on Friday!!!
Spectacular scenery! I’m so glad you all are doing this! You are learning so much in such a short time. I hope it sparks a flame of intention to heal the world
Such a nice closing and a life lesson “make the most of it and make every moment unforgettable”. It’s amazing how each day is packed, yet so seamless and fulfilling.
Go Guaranda!
Nice ending quote. Sounds like everyone learned a lot today. Beautiful mountain, too. I love you Mia!
Hola Brandon ya te bimos en las fotos te extranamos y te queremos que sigas disfrutando de tu experiencia y proyectos con luna y tus demas companeros ,que dios te vendiga .
not sure what happened here!?!?1 I posted a comment last night and it hasn’t posted here yet and I don’t see comments from others either! WEIRd… I hope everyone got rest lastnight and was ready for another full day of fun