DAY 8: Cap day 3
Student Trip Blog
Today, we woke up at 6:30 AM and had breakfast at 7:30. On the plate we had chicken and ham sandwiches and a very yummy fruit platter which contained: apples, pineapple, and watermelon.
We then made our way to the Santa Rosa school. All of us had prepared many activites for local kids in different groups days beforehand. To start with, Ava and I (Matt) did a presentation on who we are as Global Glimpse, and we did icebreakers for the kids. Following our presentation, different groups did a drawing activity with the kids and played many games with them such as charades, dodgeball, and duck duck goose. Overall, it was an amazing experience with the kids. Being able to teach them new words in english such as stomach and nose during Simon Says was wonderful.
Our lunch period followed our visit at the school. On the plate for lunch their was chicken and rice and a potato and beet salad. We had a nice rest period after lunch.
Next up was the cheese farm. Our cheese farm tour consisted of Tyra and London milking the cows, and Summer plus Jaslene making homemade Turrialba cheese. We also learned about sustainable farming in Costa Rica. Overall, it was a very cool experience learning about how the famous Turrialba cheese is made.
For dinner it was a throwback to our home. We had a massive pizza dinner at a pizza place in town. It was very yummy, the 4 cheese pizza and the margrita pizza were giant hits.
To finish our night we had a July 4th Bonfire. We roasted marshmallows and ate them sandwiched between two cookies. However, I think many of us were missing fireworks and grilling back home. I hope everyone had a fantasic July 4th back home and spent it with family!!!!!
We love reading your comments keep them coming. Your leaders of the day, Matt and Ava
Comments (19)
Lesdia
Hello Summer, I was patiently waiting for the pictures today and finally after washing clothes I seen this post. Sounds like you all had loads of fun with the local kids at school, from teaching them English words to milking cows and making cheese. The bong fire looked cool. I seen you had pizza, wonder how it taste like? Seems like you had a great experience today. So happy you were able to enjoy your day! đ«¶đŒđșlove mom and dad
Zenefar
That sounds like such a fun day. We missed you guys during this 4th of July but it sounds like you guys had such a fun time as well, of course nothing beats fireworks and grilling. See you soon!
B.Rodriguez
Hey Saramia, so cool to hear about todayâs plan. I thoroughly have enjoyed reading every entry in detail! Today was an exciting day & sounds like you all had a blast with the kids! Iâm happy to hear you all enjoyed the delicious pizza. I look forward to reading about whatâs in store for tomorrow. Happy 4th of July!
Te amo mi amor bello-
Saramia
Janina
Hii child đ
Cant wait for your phone call later. I get off work at 6am so you may need to call multiple times lol Talk to you soon!
A message from Natalieâs grandmother
I hope youâre having fun and I miss you!
We love you â€ïž
hye sook Seo
Spending time with local children, making cheese from cow’s milk, having a fantastic dinner, and making and eating s’mores over a happy campfire… I could see from your faces that it was all a happy time.
I was happy to see them getting healthier and more comfortable with each other.
I hope that all of your experiences and conversations in Costa Rica will become valuable assets when you return to your own lives.
Thank you all for your hard work
And Hyomin!!
I love you so much I can’t say it…
Your brother Jamin misses you so much.
Elizabeth Elsass
Looks like a really great day, way to lead Matt and Ava. Love the photo of London about to milk the cow, and seeing you all with the smiling kids at the school. That sounds like a lot of fun. Duck duck goose and dodgeball — ha ha! The pizza dinner, marshmallow cookie dessert sounds like a great evening. Turrialba cheese sounds amazing, wish I could try some!
Dario Phipps
Good morning Dharyana. We are so proud of you and your team. Interacting, exchanging and learning different skills and cultures is a great thing đ. We love you and miss you. Hugs and kisses.
Dario Phipps.
Andrea
Hi Matt! I was so excited to read your leader-of-the-day blog! Sounds like it was a great day at the school and fun to learn how they make cheese. Itâs great to see your smiling face in photos each day. Iâm so proud of you. Love you and see you soon!
-Mom
Felix Fernandez
Summer it feels like yesterday I said goodbye and now counting the days til we can hug again. You’ve been in my thoughts and prayers every step of the way , watching you grow and in service to others. You’ve faced challenges and as you get ready to return home I look forward to hearing the stories , blessings to you and the group.
Love dad Felix
Elena Batista
Hola : mel , hoy si me encanto verte la carita, tan bella mi niña, pude ver la felicidad en tu rostros, cuando esta con los niños se que lo disfrutaste es tĂș pasiĂłn pienso hoy fue tĂș mejor dia te amo y ya casi en casa aquĂ te esperamos cris y yo, ya tĂș sobrino/@ da patadita te esperamos para que descubramos junto la sorpresa
Treisy GonzĂĄlez GarcĂa
My girl, God bless you. I see you beautiful. I’m glad you’ve been able to achieve your goals. I hope you continue enjoying and learning. I’m almost back home. I’m eagerly awaiting you. I love you, mommy.
Carmelina and Rafael Chang
Hola Emily,
We are very happy to see you and we are very proud of you and the things your are experimenting on this trip. We hope your having a lot of
fun we love you a lot and miss you.
See you on Monday.
Mom and dad ;0)
Thank you to all leaders. :0)
shau-shanna miller
Hello Tahlia,
Bonfire sounds peaceful and pizza? I know you were so excited đ€Ł. Sounds like everyone had a great day! Hoping to talk soon â€ïž
Love you always,
Mommy đ„°
Lorenzo Oheneasa
Hii dharyana I hope you had a great July fourth, you look pretty as always and I Canât wait to speak to you again đ
Kim & Bart
Hi Glimpsers,
This looks like a memorable day. Thank you to the leaders and the community for this incredible experience. We hope the pizza and marshmallows tasted as great as they sound. Time is flying. See you soon.
-Kim & Bart
Gram
Hey London! I have loved reading about your adventure and seeing pictures. You bottle fed a baby bull with Papa when you were little, so it made me smile seeing your picture milking a cow. Full circle, I guess đ counting the days until you come to Knoxville! Love you Precious
Greg
Sounds like you all had a terrific – and unique! – July 4th. Matt, we missed you during fireworks at Sue & Joe’s – but the pool is open and ready for your return! Hope you all enjoy your last few days in Costa Rica – Love, Greg & Aly
Jamin Han
Yerr
lol Hyomin I hope ur having a safe and fun time!
From the pictures it looks like ur getting along well with everyone and learning alot of stuff. It’s nice to see u trying new things and maturing as a person too.
But hurry back home so I have someone to bother again lol
Luv ya alot!
Kristen Palmieri
Hi Nora!
I’m so excited to see you tomorrow. Looking forward to hearing more about your trip when I see you in person. Thank you to all of the Global Glimpse counselors and supervisors. Hope you all had a very rewarding experience in Costa Rica!
Have a safe and relaxing flight home. đ
Love,
Mom