Bienvenidos a todos, it’s your Leaders of the Day Alvin and Sabrina. We are excited to tell you about our extremely adventurous day.
Like the past three days, we woke up bright and early to attend English tutoring at Adolfo Kolping. Because today was the fourth day of tutoring, and because it was a sunny morning, many of us took our students outside to play.
After English tutoring we went back to La Primavera (our hotel) to change into warm clothing for the hike at Chimborazo. Chimborazo is one of the four volcanoes surrounding Riobamba. Due to its position near the equator the summit is actually the closest point to the sun even though Mt. Everest is the tallest mountain. We, including the Global Glimpse Leaders, are proud that all of us stepped out of our comfort zone on this exciting day. The drive to the starting point, Primer Refugio, was roughly an hour and 30 minutes. There, we took tons of pictures and rested for 15 minutes.
From there, we drove to the entrance of the Chimborazo National Park to start the hike. The hike to Casa Cóndor is something we all will never forget. For starters, it was extremely windy at first and there was a ton of dust due to the wind. Despite this, we were able to see vicuñas, an endangered species of white llama, and the extraordinary view of Chimborazo. Today was all about having each others backs. We all held on to one another and constantly asked if everyone was feeling okay. No one was ever left behind. During our hike we ate lunch on the grass where there was a beautiful view of the Chimborazo and the many sheep.
At the end of the hike we drove back to Riobamba and enjoyed singing to early 2000s songs with each other. When we arrived back to La Primavera the majority of us were relieved to finally take a shower and get rid of the dust. We then had free time to buy snacks, play sports, sleep or call home until dinner time. For dinner we enjoyed a delicious shrimp, tostones, and rice dish.
As usual we had our nightly meeting which consisted of the summary of the day, pluses and wishes for the group, passing the torch to the tomorrow’s leaders, and going over tomorrow’s agenda. After reflecting on such a positive day we split into our CAP (Community Action Project) groups to organize and plan our ideas. Lastly, we ended the day with lights out at 10:30pm to ensure we have another lively day.
PS:
Hi Mom it’s Sabrina! Thank you for commenting on our blog, it brings me joy to know we have some form of communication. I miss you all at home very much, including onyx and I can’t wait to tell you all about this trip when I see you again! Love you so much.
Hi Mom, Dad, Ms. Fink, Ms. Hinson, Ms. Hernandez, wow I’m going to be talking to a lot of people after this trip aren’t I? So far this has been the greatest day of the trip, but listening to your comments are some of the things we look forward to. Please keep commenting on the posts. -Alvin
It brings me so much joy to see how all of you are taking the best of this experience! I love the photos! 🙂
Hi, Lisa, today it marks a week since you left and we miss you so much!
I am so proud of you and very happy to see you doing things you love to do. I love you and can’t wait to see you!
God bless you all!
Hello,
It look like all you guys had an amazing time. That view look amazing. Michelle I hope you taking lots of pictures. Also, hope that you are staying warm. We all miss you here at home and penny too. Looking forward to all the story when you get home…. love you and miss you…
Wow the pictures are so beautiful. Breana mommy love you and miss you?
Sabrina! I’m in tears after reading today’s blog! It brings me so much joy to see what a mature and warm person you have become, I’m so happy you got this incredible opportunity to travel, explore another culture and help others!! I can only imagine how incredibly beautiful the journey has been hiking today!! Miss you! Love you! ( Onyx been missing you big time too lol )
You are truly pushing yourselves and trying so many new things. I hope you’re all journaling (Eliza!) because you’ll look back and be impressed with yourselves for years to come. As well as share with people in your lives now and in the future to show how awesome you are!
Hiking, in the cold, the wind, with swirling dust. No bueno for me. I’m sure your GGL and you all encouraged each other and it is a memory you won’t soon forget. It sounds like bonded in ways that will be lasting and saw cool wildlife you wouldn’t see NYC. Bravo!
I’m imagining everyone singing, La Vida Loca, Oops I Did It Again and Hey Ya. Your nighttimes sound like a lot of fun, just enjoying each other, talking, playing games and snacking.
You’re one week in and have experienced so much. I look forward to hear about the adventures, growing and generosity to come in week two. I’m personally looking forward to next Saturday but not wishing your week away.
xoxo,
Jodi
Hey Tigga hope u had fun on the hike..I am so enjoying hearing about all the adventures u “glimpsers” r having..hope u r taking lots of pics cuz ur experiences sound so interesting..❤️❤️..Love U
Hi Glimpsers! Sounds like yet another fun-filled day of teaching and hiking! Team work at its best making sure everyone was ok and what a reward after a long, windy hike to see the beautiful views! I’m so very impressed by everyone!
I truly enjoy reading these posts every day and seeing all the pictures! Thank you Glimpsers for giving us a glimpse (hahaa) of your extraordinary experiences!
Sorry Matilda I missed your call on Friday! All is well with dad and I – we miss and love you very much and cannot wait to see you ❤️
PS. Matilda, I cannot remember if I mentioned this to you but dad and I re-decorated your room to be a yoga room ??♀️ you don’t mind, do you? JUST KIDDING ???
The hike looked and sounded amazing! I know you must have loved that Josh! Wishing you a great day ahead – Digs looking forward to seeing you – like the rest of us! Love you!!
What an amazing view! I hope you guys took a lot of pictures!
Alvin, Andrew and Daniel, please take a group picture for next year’s yearbook. Definitely dedicating a page to Global Glimpse since we have so many Rising Seniors traveling. ?
It was so nice to hear your voice Danny. Looking forward to your call on Monday! I Miss you so much! ❤️
Hey Josh!!! Keep up the great work! Thinking of you…. Sue and Mike
Wow, Andrew! You’re on top of the world literally!
Everyone here for Charlotte’s wedding sends love—especially Margaret. You will like her girlfriend, Alexis, too.
Having breakfast now with a view across Puget Sound at Canada. Love & hugs going your way from us and your aunts, uncles & cousins—seems like there are 50 of them!!!
Love,
Mom
YATB
Sounds like a challenging but beautiful hike-congratulations to all!
Josh-love you and please call if you want to.
Love Dad
Not sure if my post went through, Sabrina! So happy to read you were leader of the day! I can only imagine how incredibly beautiful it was hiking, I can’t wait to see pictures!! We all love and miss you (Onyx too lol) , mom
Hey Tigga Biggs whats hope your having fun, from what I’m hearing your having a ball. I’m so proud of you, you are doing some amazing things I hope you continue on this path so that you can continue to do things like this, its truly an experience of a lifetime MISS U/LUV U
Danny, I am so happy that you have been given this opportunity. I am so proud of you for all you have done this past week. You and your new friends will remember this trip forever.
Can’t wait to see you.
Love, Dad and DJ too!
Wow! The background in the group picture of you all is beautiful.
Miss you Michael!!
xo
Hi Josh, I am fascinated by what you are doing with the tutoring as well as the extra curriculars. English is truly the second language. If I read between the lines, the language or cultural “barriers” that might exist just aren’t as significant as one might presuppose. It’s kind of cool– the world actually becomes smaller in a sense. “A smile means friendship to everyone…” Oh, and then…. you are (literally) sitting right on top with that hike! The pictures are breathtaking. Thank you for allowing us to follow along on the journey. Love, Aunt Michelle and Steve
Alvin, it’s so happy to read you were one of the leaders of the day! I am so proud of you.
Wow, your guys have an very exciting day.
Love you,
Mon and Dad
Love to see Jessica my love.
Hi Abby,
Most Marvelous BESTFRIEND OF MINE.
I bet you’ll never guess who it is
I am about to leave Constanza and I will text you from Oxford
You are the love of my life and I miss you more than ANYONE can EVER imagine.
I seen these cats who look just like baby midnight and you are the only person in the world who will ever appreciate them properly.
Love you. I have SO MUCH to tell you and ITS FANTASTIC.
YERRR BIG LOVE TO SABRINA EVE ZAYAS
I am so proud that you are leader of the day. I miss you all so much. Take care of Waleska ight. You probably did a great job today Sabrina. I love all of you guys. I am leaving on Monday and stay safe on your trip.
With much much much love, McYaddy
Hi, Alvin, I am looking forward to talk with you about this trip. I am sure you will share your great experience with a lot of people after you come back from the trip. I sure you learn a lot from this trip and make use in your future.
Don’t forget to call home before you come back.