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I caught two chickens!
Hi everyone its me, Angelica from Southwick Regional High School.
Hello my name is Nathan and I go to Westfield High School.
I believe that the most valuable lesson we learned today was how much effort these families put into what they do and how that affects there community. We had four groups go to four seperate families to learn about their life styles and how their small businesses work. There was a chicken farmer, a cow farmer, a family that made polleras, as well as a family that made sausages.
I (Angelica) was a part of the group that went to the chicken farm and I am the one that caught two chickens! My expectations for this day were passed by a long shot! We got to see how the farm was taken care of, sarting off with the pigs. We saw the piglets and we got to feed them. Then we continued toaring the farm and i caught my two chickens and got to hold a baby chick, a baby duck, and their 6 month old chiuaha, Kaileigh. We also saw his fruit trees and he let us pick fruit to take home, I got 3 mangos and a dragonfruit. Something that really made me come to a realization today was seeing how much effort Nini, the farmer, puts into his land. Even though it is his work, he was saying how much he enjoyed it and it felt like more of a hobbie. So now whenever I need to do something I will think of this experience and know that with enough thought and care, anything can be something you enjoy. Today was so far my favorite and I am so greatful for this experience!
Shout out to dad, I know your laughing right now knowing I was running around catching chickens and shout out to mom for all your comments and love! I miss you both so much! Tell Kim to say hi to my boy!
I (Nathan) was a part of the group that made sausages. Before actually meeting the family, we didn’t have the highest expectations. But when we actually arrived at the family’s house, we saw all of them sitting outside in their outdoor kitchen and our moods instantly changed. We started off by meeting Anita and she welcomed us into her home where she had ingredients to make chorizos–a type of sausage–out on the table. As she mixed the ingredients together she explained how the recipies we made are the ones she sells to a local restaurant. Some of the other things we made were empanadas and carimañolas and afterwards we got to try all of the things we made and it was all very delicious. The thing that I appreciated the most was the fact that the family was able to just pass the time by occasionally talking to each other but mostly just relaxing. This experience turned out to be really fun today and I am very thankful for being able to meet Anita and her family.
Shout out to my mom, dad, sister, and brother! I miss you all so much and I am excited to see you all again!
To end off our day we went on a tour of the city we are staying in, which is Las Tablas. We got to walk around and see some important buildings, statues, and parks as well as go into some small stores and we had a special stop at a Panamanian McDonalds which was amazing!
Though we had an amazing day, it truly started at 12AM with the local bands marching the streets to celebrate the towns patron saint. It felt as if the drums were right outside our bed room doors. Shout out to our fantabulous GGL’s Silvia and Stephanie for letting us go watch the parade because it was too hard to fall asleep (besides Luis who somehow slept through the whole thing)!
Last night there were also some wi-fi problems so we added more photos to yesterday’s blog, and we will be doing phone calls tomorrow around 5:00 p.m. EDT but it could change depending on how late or early we leave from the CAP.
Sincerley your D1 glimpsers, Angelica and Nathan!
Comments (22)
Mercedes Scott
Hahahahaha we love the picture of you being fed Angel….finally smiling with some teeth too! Can’t wait to hear about which family you visited today! We all miss you so much. Remmy says hi and he misses and loves you! Can’t wait to talk. Love you!
Mom and paris
Ryder Fortin-Burke
Never ever did I think I would see you hold a chicken, nevertheless great job!!! It’s amazing what you’re doing and everything you’ve been able to see. The family says hi and hope you’re having a great time. I miss you so much.
Ryder
Leah Gregg
Love seeing all the pictures,, thanks for adding the ones from the other day, too. I love seeing the chicken! Jacob, I can’t wait to see the pictures you are taking when you get back! Miss you lots!
Elsa duarte
Hello, good evening everyone. All the photos look great. Thank you for the experience the kids are having. I’m Elsa, Fabián Argueta Duarte’s mom. Hi son, I hope you’re having a good time. The photos are fantastic; you look very happy. I hope to see you soon. We love you—your dad, me, your sister, and Gizzy, our dog. I also want to thank everyone involved in the program who is making all this happen in Panama, ensuring our children have a wonderful time and learn about other cultures and how people live in other countries. Thank you.
Leislianny Torres
So cool to see everyone had a great time getting to know some locals. Luis, I hope you had fun hanging out with the animals! It’s funny reading that you slept through the parade but I don’t know if I can say I was surprised hahaha. Looking forward to speaking with you soon, miss you and love you🩷
Tricia Marigliano
It’s wonderful to read about the experiences you all have with the people & families of Panama. 🇵🇦
I’m so grateful to Global Glimpse for this opportunity for my daughter! Miss you so much G Bomb! Can’t wait to see your pretty face!
Eric Damkoehler
Glad you get to taste local food and also have a little home “comfort” food at McDonald’s! Ethan we miss you and love you lots! Looking forward to the next phone call to hear all about it! Love Mom and Dad
Deanna Subocz
Love this update and all the great photos. Looks like a fun-filled day,and a great learning experience! The parade sounds so fun…but bet you’re all tired today. Looking forward to hearing from Ella. She looks so happy in the pictures, which make my heart happy❤️I’m so grateful for this experience for my girl and all you Glimpsers. Miss you so much Ella!
Eric Damkoehler
I love the Green Bay Packers!!! Also love you and miss you Ethan!
Jessica Kenney Askew
Learning how everything truly starts is amazing. The grocery store is so many steps down the line. The day to day hard work of people who put their hearts into their work is amazing to see. Hopefully it helps open doors to seeing that and exploring that when you get home.
Avery ~ Love you kid but could you please stop being perfectly behind everyone in pictures. You are making an art of it at this point lol. You may in the future want pictures that don’t have the Mike Wizowski effect. Can’t wait to talk to you. Love that you are having this experience.
Michael Darden
Good morning everyone. Sooooooo nice to see the joy in all of your faces. Simone, can’t wait to see you in a few days. The whole family love and misses you..❤️🫂… Continue to be blessed and learn from this experience 🙏🏾
Aimee Satkowski
Hola Steph and Nathan!! Looks like you are having such a good time in Panama! I’m so happy to see all your adventures. Can’t wait to hear more about your trip, Nathan, when we get back to school! DISFRUTA!!
Lyanne
Hey Luis! I can’t wait for you to tell me how was the Panamanian McDonalds food since you loveeee McDonalds!! Miss you, te amo papi!
riley sylvester
subie🙏🥹🥰 your glowing and look beautiful and happy ! we miss you so much but are relieved that the trip looks like it’s going well sweet thing❤️ see you soon bbg💖
Jesse Clark
What an awesome day that must have been. You all look like you had so much fun. I can’t wait to hear all about it.
Judson, your brothers say hi and send their love. We all miss you and can’t wait for you to come home. Pudgy has been demanding extra attention from everyone since you have been gone and she can’t wait to see you. Also make sure you take lots of pictures.
Juan Martinez-Muñoz
What an incredible day! Looks like Community Day was a highlight! Seeing you all connect with each other and the community is warming my heart! And you got to see a parade too!? This is what life is all about! What are some Panama Mickey D recs? I gotta know! Looking forward to reading about the remainder of your trip!
Big love!
Christine Gillette
We love the nightly updates and seeing all the picture. The murals look great! We can not hear about making chorizo and carimañolas. It looks like everyone is working hard and having a great time! We miss you Nathan but looks like you are having an experience of a lifetime! We can not wait to see you when you get home. Monet and Picasso miss you too!
Angie Montalvo-Greene
What a great update! What a beautiful way to get to know the local culture.
Tasha
hi again ella❤️❤️❤️ idk if u read the comments from past posts so i’m commenting on this one to say hi and i love u so so sooo much🫶🫶 i am so excited to see you soon and be inseparable heads again 😘
Stephen Racette
Hi Angelica, yes, Mom and I were smiling picturing you chasing chickens! So funny! I love the picture of you holding a chicken, very cute. I’m glad you’re enjoying the time spent on the farm helping the family and learning how they handle their day-to-day activities. The food looks delicious! Having your own fruit trees is a real treat. We miss you very much and we’ll see you soon! Love, dad!
Jennifer
What great photos, looks like you had a great time. Love you Mary, and can’t wait to see that smile in person!
Kelli
Hey Morgan,
I can’t wait to see you and hear all of your stories. Take lots of pictures! See you in two short days. 🙂