Day 13 “CLOSING REFLECTION”
Student Trip Blog
Hi from Ecuador! This is Sammy and Eden, the Leaders of the Day
Thankfully today we got to sleep in due to our 8 am wake-up call. After that, we had a delicious breakfast made by our Queen Isabel. Later we embarked on our journey to Chimborazo starting with a two-hour bus ride with our first tour guide Edison joining along. Edison told us about Simón Bolívar who liberated Ecuador. Halfway through we were joined by our second tour guide, Alfredo, who taught us an Ecuadorian song called Curiquigue, which was a song for the bird of the mountain. Check out the video links from both tour guides right before the pictures. When we arrived at the base of the mountain, we took time to reflect on our CAP project with some delicious hot chocolate/tea. After that quick break and reflection, we started our climb up the mountain. This was not only fun but also very cold and breathtaking in more ways than one. On our trip, we were lucky to see lots of wildlife like the vicuña (a small type of llama, very cute) and the curiquigue (the vulture-like mountain bird). Even though it was the closest point to the sun, we all made sure to stay extra warm by bundling up in many many layers. We also made sure no sunburns and no nose bleeds occurred.
On the way back, we stopped for a very late lunch at around 5:30 pm, but it was delicious nonetheless. We then had an early nightly meeting where the next leaders of the day performed Super Bass by Nicki Minaj. Once we finish typing this we will enjoy an 8:30 pm pizza dinner delivered to us by Isabel <3.
We are so proud of everyone for hiking up and down the mountain safely, which was 4,800 meters above sea level (which is 15,478 feet!). I think all families should be proud of that. We are sad that there are only two days left on this amazing trip, but we are also excited to see everyone soon!!
Love and Miss you guys,
Sammy and Eden <3
Chimborazo Info
Curiquingue Song
Comments (15)
Ava
Wowwww! Definitely proud of you guys!!
Hiking up and down the mountain safely, which is 4,800 meters above sea level, marvelous! Sammy and Eden, the photos you taken are stunning. All of you must be very tired, have a good rest. Enjoy the coming 2 days and take care!!
Katie, proud of you!! Love u ?
Ann Parker
Wow! We all are so proud of you Glimpses to trek up and down Chimborazo. That is an incredulous feat in your books! Can’t wait to see your pictures and videos.
Cathy Giblin
Wow!!! These pics are amazing! And I am so impressed by all of you. That is some serious elevation. What an awesome experience. I am so thrilled that you all met and got to share this fantastic adventure with each other in Ecuador. I know you are sad it is coming to an end but these memories will last a life time. So make sure to take a TON more pics before the end of the trip! Miss you Will ?
Cathy Giblin
One more comment…Will, please bring home tons of souvenirs!!! ? Love, Mom
Julie-Ann and Tim
Thanks for the update Sammy and Eden! It sounds like going to the closest place on Earth to the sun was a challenging but fun hike… though, It doesn’t look like you could see much of the sun! It’s great you got to see lots of wildlife – the vicuña are really cute! Eden, you picked a good day to be leader for the day where you got to start later and sleep in for a little bit. Did you plan that out? ? With only 2 days left, enjoy and savor these last few days!! Love and miss you lots!! Mom and Dad
Ann Parker
Cathy,
I believe that we need all the parents & relatives to shout this cheer a bit more louder and unified:
? “BRING.HOME.TONS.OF.SOUVENIRS!!!!!” ??
Orosi 6-30-2023 O1B2-NYC
Hi Everyone! This is so awesome! What an incredible experience you are having. Loved the videos. I remember that song! LOL I figured out that I went to Riobamba with GG in 2018.
Love that you are seeing so much wildlife. Just gorgeous.
Miss you LOLA, and MY CHEER IS I CANNOT WAIT TO SQUISH YOU.
Enjoy every moment. Queen Leo
Randy Do
WOAH I’m proud of everyone for making the trek. Love that your guides passed down knowledge on Ecuadorian culture along the way. Big love to Isabel for feeding everyone well.
Also, I’m jealous of y’all because they didn’t let us hike on my trip ? Vicariously hiked through these pictures ?
We’re missing you Emily! Currently in Sacramento, Uncle and the dogs say hello and to take care.
Echoing the words of Ann Parker, “BRING.HOME.TONS.OF.SOUVENIRS!!!!!” ?️??️
Vicki Ernst
Lola our rockstar. What a joyfully successful fantastic day. That was quite a hike you all took. Llamas and all. You wonderful days filled with culture, music, singing, and stories continue.. we love reading your report of the day by the leaders of the day. What an incredible time you are having with your friends. Such a wonderful experience.. our hearts are filled with love and pride and happiness.
Love
Nans and Pop
Christina L Cesareo
Hi Eden, I am so glad I was finally able to log on ?
What a fascinating day! I am proud of all of you for completing that challenging hike.
Hope these last couple of days brings you even more awesome experience and memories. Looking forward to seeing you in July and hearing all about your adventures.
Love you, Aunt Tina
Kim Him
Oh no, time is slowly coming to an end. That hike looks like so much fun and the view is fantastic.
Thank you so much for the update, and everyone looks like they’re having a great time.
Bring back lots of souvenirs.
Love you, Kiana
Emmie and Steven
What great memories you all will have experience together. Q, I hope you are taking lots of pictures so far. The hike looks like it was so fun (and sounds tiring), hopefully no one got sick, since it’s so high up! I agree with the Cathy Giblin and Ann Parker regarding souvenirs!!!
Marilou Dense
Eden, how fantastic! I can’t imagine over 15,000 feet! Higher than I’ve ever been! You’ll need a weeks worth of recovery after this epic adventure you’re on! so very proud of you. Can’t wait to hear all your stories that will last a lifetime! Safe travels. Love and hugs, Grandma and Grandpa!
Lemlem and Tim
Sammy and Eden, thank you for the update. What an adventure you guys are having.
You’re doing a lot in just a couple of weeks. We wish we can join you but very happy you’re having an amazing experience.
We’re looking forward to learning the song.
Sammy, we miss you and can’t wait to see you! Keep drinking lots of water.
We’re all very proud of you!
Elke Betonte
All of the glimpsers should be proud of all you have accomplished over the past 2 weeks. Super excited to hear about your adventures and see all of your pictures. See you soon, Gigi!