Hola Familia!
Today, we received the opportunity to work on a family farm, La Tarabita, performing tasks many locals do to make a living. We experienced a variety of activities, ranging from weeding and planting, to milking cows, to building a wall with homemade bricks. Oscar Garcia and his family also kindly prepared us a meal from the vegetables and meat from their farm.
Additionally, some of us felt extra adventurous and tried guinea pig, also known as cuy, a local delicacy. Michael Kania also wanted to let everyone know that he ate the brain and reported it was “esta muy rico!” We are very proud of our fellow Glimpsers for stepping out of their comfort zones.
Then, we came back to the hotel to present our Community Action Project (CAP), to the principal of FAE. Thankfully, she was enthusiastic about our idea and we are ready to move onto the next phase.
Later in the day, we were supposed to start our first English Tutoring session, but due to an Ecuadorian holiday, school was not in session. As a result, we were rewarded with free time, which many of us used to further explore the city of Guaranda.
As we are nearing the middle part of our trip, we are glad to say that stronger friendships have developed and our love for Guaranda has continued to grow.
Love you all and cannot wait to see all of you soon!!! Buenas noches todos!
Oriana Jalal and Anika Goel :)<3
It’s so great to see GU2A spreading the love to Guaranda! Raina, it was great to see you as Leader of the Day on Aid & Development Day- it looked like working with the little ones was hugely rewarding. Mustang High is expecting you and Pricila to bring back some Zumba moves for a pep rally next year! Hope your group is gelling into a little family and that you’re learning a lot from the locals. Enjoy some cuy for all of us back here in Novato!
Hi Michelle. Greetings from GU1A. Aislinn and I just got back home from Guaranda and Riobamba. Today I cried on the car-ride home because I have to go back to reality, but the fire inside me is still burning and I feel more confident in myself and my voice. I hope you enjoy your trip, and I can’t wait to talk to you soon and discover relatable moments in our trip.
Alicia,
How fun!
Love you..
Mom
Hi , Michelle! How are you?how funt.i love you.Mom
hello Michelle <: it's elizabeth.. I'm pretty lonely rn : -: my friend came over like two times. kk byeee hope u have fun :))))
Hey Cynthia, I hope you’re having fun so far!! I miss you sooo much honey!! But I really hope that today was fun!! I didn’t see a post for today so I’m just commenting on this one today!! – Love Nestor
It looks like you are on an amazing adventure. What a great experience for all of you. Enjoy!
What a meaningful adventure that you all are experiencing !!! Keep up the good work !! 💪🏼💪🏼
Feeling very proud of all of you !!
Have fun oriana. Miss you,
Dad xxx