We started off this lovely day by waking up at 7. After an hour of preparation, the group headed to Imabite, once again, for a delicious meal of eggs, ham, and gallo pinto. We then proceeded back to the hostel where we got ready for our exciting activity at La Estacion Market.
We set foot on our 20 minute journey to the busy and loud market with our water bottles and advertising skills in tow. When we arrived, we witnessed dozens of little shops stationed at both sides of a small street, each full of various items such as fruits, colorful clothing and toys. In particular to our group, we were assigned to an owner of a clothing stand. We strolled down the bustling street, all the while shop vendors were attempting to attract customers through direct promotion. Soon enough, we reached the specific vendors in which we would be assisting in promoting their shop. Brayan and Kirsten proceeded to introduce the vendors and drop off each of the pairs that would work in the shop. The group experienced many difficulties trying to get the attention of a passerby. Most began to advertise loudly by yelling: “CAMISETAS!!!”, “PANTALONES!!”, “ZAPATOS!!!”, “TE BUSCA?!?” but realized that it only scared away customers. Eventually, the Glimpsers discovered unique tactics to draw in more customers, such as imitating the vendors’ strategy of grabbing onto an individual’s arm in order to further promote their products. Other techniques included speaking in foreign languages and carrying one another on each other’s shoulders. After 3 hours of hard work, Angel, the owner of Imabete, provided lunch for both us Glimpsers and the vendors and their employees. The meal consisted of fried chicken, rice, pasta, and salad. The Glimpsers thanked the owner of the market for allowing us to partake in the wonderful experience of working alongside a local of Nicaragua, then began the trip back home at 12 to prepare for our CAP presentation.
At the hostel, each group, dedicated to a specific part of the Glimpsers’ project for Barriletes, discussed their overall plans to present to Ramon, an associate of Dona Maria. The daily Leadership meeting took place during this time as well. Ramon arrived about an hour later, allowing each group to pitch their ideas concerning the mural, new water fountains, and patching of a hole. After considering Ramon’s ideas and suggestions, we were given 3 hours of free time.
Glimpsers utilized this extraordinary opportunity to contact their families at the internet café, enjoy refreshing ice cream cones, and to purchase cute dresses for the night’s dinner at Cocinarte. Unfortunately, many businesses were closed, including the bank, destroying the hopes and dreams of Glimpsers to convert their money into cordobas. Fortunately, however, everyone returned before 5 to get dressed for our fancy dinner paired with Brayan’s Market Awards.
The walk to Cocinarte was long and tiring, especially for those in flats and poor Kirsten in heels. At the restaurant, Brayan and Kirsten announced the winners to the prestigious Market Awards for categories such as Most Sales and Most Hardworking. We were then served absolutely delicious dishes of vegetarian tacos and pizzas, and bowls of fries. After enjoying this amazing meal and time together, we began the long return to the hostel to have our Nightly meeting where we discussed the events of the day and passed the torch to the new leader, Ismael. It was at this fateful meeting where Cassie received her first mosquito bite of her entire life, officially joining the club. We ended the day with lights out at 10:30, looking forward to the next day’s fun day: Volcano sliding!!!
Megan – did you try the Girl Scout cookie selling techniques?
Volcano sliding!!! Bring band aides!
Corban, Xi E and I went to Ocean Beach today.
Matt is BBQing ribs for lunch and for dinner we are going out for sushi.
Miss you!
Hi Nora,
I think I may have missed a call from you yesterday. Sorry about that! I can’t wait to hear about the volcano boarding experience. I saw a video on YouTube and I hope you get a good GoPro video!
Will keep you posted on Game 7.
Mom
It is awesome to see all the big smiles in all the pictures and to be able to enjoy the adventures along with your all through the blogs. Cassie, so sorry to hear you have officially joined the group?. ButI guess mosquito bites is part of the experience. I took Gia and Dylan to see Finding Dory today. Can’t wait until you’re back to see Independence Day. We miss you and love you. Gia said hI and she hopes you’re having a good time. Please call when you have a chance.
Mom
Marisol I showed your dad that awesome picture of you on some guys shoulders. Your dads reaction is hilarious! Who in the world is that guy! Lol… ?
I’m so happy to see you are all having such a wonderful time!
Well today is game 7. Abel is so superstitious that he is not wearing any warriors jersey today. He swears when he does they loose. Abel said a small prayer right before the game and is now on the edge of his seat! Its a nail bitting game.
Well I Can’t wait to hear about tomorrow’s adventure! You guys take care and continue the great work!
We love and misd you Marisol
Love you mom ?
Ugh!!! It was a nail nighter of a game but Cavs won…
Nail bighter, thanks autocorrect.
To all you warriors fans. I’m sorry to share that we have lost. Final score Cavs 93 – Oak 89 ?
Hi JR
I can’t believe I watched that game for u, LeBron brought it! Cavs won 🙁 oh well. Enjoy your last week don’t forget my surprises 🙂 I hope you’ve been taking pictures. Your on an adventure so I’ll let the shoulder carrying slide but you know my rule, JK.
Luv u,. Ma
Ismael,
We are glad to finaly see you in a picture. You look great! Continue to enjoy and learn as much as you can from this life experience trip. Call home if possible when you can. We all love you and hope to see you soon.
Miss you Nora! Hope you’re having fun, can’t wait to hear all about your adventures.