Day 10 – Final Reflection
Student Trip Blog
Everyone woke up today very excited for our final CAP day. We had a quick, very exciting breakfast of pancakes before we all headed out to start the day off early at the trail. Everyone bug-sprayed and sun-blocked before we walked our way to the trail, grabbing our tools and getting to work. Most people worked on staircases, one going to the top of the hill and one going to the bottom. Both were very hard work, and everyone was sweating their butts off. Other groups were also working on mixing our cement for the railings, while some dug holes to put the poles in. We had some music playing to make the labor a little more fun, and enjoyed some Michael Jackson, Bad Bunny, Madonna, and some fun summer hits. We actually finished about double of what they were expecting us, so the next delegation will probably be making benches and signs. Overall, we dug around 60 or so stairs. We broke for lunch, and thankfully got our tractor back so we didn’t have to walk the trail. Lunch was good and just what we needed to keep our energy up to finish our final CAP. After our lunch break, we continued our stairs, holes, and lookouts. We built four staircases in total, a large drainage trench, three posts for railings, and a viewpoint at the top of the hill. It was a great workday all around. We even saw some puppies, kittens, chickens, and chicks that were great company. There was even a family swimming in the river we were working on, El Yaque. Everyone was pretty jealous and wanted to take a dip themselves. We said goodbye to Luka, Victor, and Julien, who were the heads of the plan. After we got back, there was an intense volleyball match that went on, consisting of lots of diving and a few spikes to the head. The others were bonding in the common area. Dinner was a hit among all of us Glimpsers, we had a make-your-own-taco bar. Big shoutout to all the cooks here, dinner was amazing. Our nightly meeting was at eight, which we (Rachael and Sam) led. We passed over the torch to the new leaders of the day, Nawra and Blessing. They did a VERY impressive rendition of the Cup Song, which everyone was cheering for. We’re ending off our night by playing Mafia as a group, and maybe we’ll even sneak in some poker.
Sam’s Shoutout: I love and miss Collin, all my family, and my friends. Liv, you better be keeping on top of everything at the house. Mom and Dad, I miss you loads and see you soon.
Rachael’s Shoutout: Love and miss you Mom. Can’t wait to see you Sunday and I have been loving the comments!
Comments (23)
Mirian Griffin
Sam and Raechel, thank you for the wonderful update. Music always helps keep things moving. Sounds like everyone exceeded expectations. Vanessa, can’t wait to hear about your adventures. We love and miss you. Love, Mom, Dad and Zoey. 💪🏾❤️
GiGi
Sam you’ve always been impressive but this is over the top!! I’m looking forward to hearing all about your adventure!!! Travel safe… I love You!! 😘💥
Elizabeth Kerr
We miss you!! Can’t wait to hear all about this exciting adventure!! Safe travels back!!
Love ya, Auntie Beth Xo
Jason
Wow gang! That looks like a ton of work! Nicely done
Matt Griffin
Great work all of you are doing !!!
Whitney W
COWABUNGA!! What a great job you guys!! You should be so proud of yourselves because I know all of us back home are suuuuuper proud of you. Keep this special time in your memories.
Nina Sitron
I am constantly inspired by what you Glimpsers have accomplished and contributed to the people of the DR. The stories you must all have! Thanks for sharing the fun, food, and hard work that has led to an extraordinary adventure. Sending a big loving shoutout to my Wavy, who always inspires me! And what a CAP project and outstanding result! Love, Wavy’s Grammy
Susie Iglesias
Such amazing work you are all doing. Tomorrow is your last day, so make sure to enjoy every part of it! I can’t wait to see you Sunday. I love you!
Mom ❤️
Collin Ferreira
LETS GOOOOO LEADER!!
I miss you loads too and I’m glad to hear you’re working hard. I love you Sam and I’ll see ya soon❤️❤️
– Collin
Kim Ssnchez
You all are working so hard and doing such an amazing job! Thank you for sharing these great updates and photos, I look forward to them every day! We miss you so much Alivia and I can’t wait to see you on Sunday. Enjoy your last day there and safe travels back home!
Jenny whitehead
Wow great job guys! Amazing work! Can’t wait to see you tomorrow Ray!! 💕
Amy Langdon
Wow! You Glimpsers are amazing! What an accomplishment! Can’t wait to hear more about it when you get home! Soak up your last day!
Kasey
Congratulations to all of you! You did it! Working through the challenges, staying committed to the goal regardless of the situation. Well done! Enjoy your last day in the DR! Can’t wait to hear all about it. We love you Camilla!
Neal
The pictures of the trail look great. You guys are doing a great job. See you soon.
Melissa Izzo
Great recap! So proud of all the hard work you put in for the community! Can’t wait to see you tomorrow morning! Xoxo
Melissa
Adrian Gutierrez
Great job on finishing it up, I can’t wait to hear about all the work your doing baby i love you
Zainab
Glad to see you working hard and having fun!
We are excited for you coming back and share your adventure!
We are always thinking about you!
See you soon!
Zainab
What an amazing final CAP day! Team must have been proud of everything they have accomplished . Their hard work, teamwork, and dedication really paid off. What a memorable way to finish! 👏❤️
Maggie Bittel
Congratulations on completing your CAP! Thanks for this great update about your day. Sounds like a lot of hard, awesome work to create important things that are needed! So glad you’re also getting time hanging together playing Mafia and poker and whatever else–what a fabulous experience. Can’t wait to see you when you get home tomorrow!
Thanks so much to all the people doing everything to make this experience happen!
Maggie
Zainab
See you tomorrow! Can’t wait to hear all about the wonderful memories you created. ❤️
– Zainab
Kaleel
See you tomorrow! Can’t wait to hear all about the wonderful memories you created. ❤️
– Kaleel & Hana
Sharon Groody
Awesome job, everyone! You really accomplished a lot ! Have a great last day tomorrow .
Can’t wait to hear all about your adventures when you get home, Natalie!!
Love & miss you lots,
Grandma
Andrea Izzo
So impressed, great stairway, like the one that leads down steep hill to Gull Pond in wellfl oneet. So proud of all of you. Sam, this experience will be the best memory for you to carry forever. Love you, Andrea, aka Nana