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First official Day in Panama!!

Official first day in Panama!

We started at Panama City, seeing the iconic Panama Canal and learned about how it works and how it has shaped the history here. We also learned how it is connected to the land and how they rely on each other.

We then took a roadtrip on our Big Pink Bus to Chitre, and got situated in our new home for 11 days.

On the way, we had a lunch pitstop; bacon burger was the favorite! As soon as we got to our new home, we got to know each other by playing games and in the seminar, where we got to set our intentions for the trip.

We had a wonderful dinner of cilantro rice, chicken, salad, and plantains! Then, we prepped our official first leaders of the day for tomorrow! They wowed us with their amazing talent and leadership already. We are excited for culture day tomorow, stay tuned!

Some of us even started prepping to show off our talent early!

Signing off!

Kay / Alan GGLS

“4 6477 968” (Tristan)

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Comments (14)

Nilesh

on June 12, 2025 at 3:03 am

Hello Ritika, good to see you in Panama. Have lot of fun!

Tom and Amy

on June 12, 2025 at 5:22 am

Hi annie, we miss you. Hope you are having fun! Amy and tom.

Alani

on June 12, 2025 at 2:13 pm

Looks like a great day! Love seeing pics, and looks like everyone is having fun! Love you and miss you Rilee, Mom 💕

Jenny R

on June 12, 2025 at 3:07 pm

Looks like a fabulous first couple days! I love reading all the blog updates – thank you all so much.

Jorja, we love you and are so excited you are off on a grand adventure. Love, mom & dad

Kaleah Bey

on June 12, 2025 at 3:19 pm

I miss you, Tristen! The gray outfit looks fire and I hope youre having fun. :))

Jimmy

on June 12, 2025 at 5:00 pm

Jorja- You’re a “superstar” in my eyes, just like a “firework.” Have a great time!

Love,
Dad

Kaleah

on June 12, 2025 at 5:55 pm

I thought i commented earlier but I guess it didn’t go through.. I hope youre having a good time tristen, I miss you a lot! 🙂

Thea - GG Staff

on June 12, 2025 at 5:58 pm

Hey CH1A! It’s great to see your smiling faces – wow, you’ve officially arrived in Panama! All your hard work this year has paid off! Make the most of every moment; enjoy the fruits of your labor. Can’t wait to follow your blogs and watch your journey unfold. 🙂

Jenny R

on June 13, 2025 at 12:54 am

Your first couple days look amazing! I love reading the daily blogs – thank you so much for posting.

Jorja, we’re so glad you’re off on this wonderful adventure. We love you! mom & dad

Lien

on June 13, 2025 at 4:12 am

Hi Nathan! Love seeing you engage in learning while having fun. Have a good time everyone!

Kris Case

on June 13, 2025 at 5:25 am

I’m so excited for you all! We love you so much Rilee Parker!

Derrick Williams

on June 13, 2025 at 7:41 pm

Tristen,
A wise man once told me… “The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams.” It’s simply awesome to see that your well on your way kid!

143! ~ Dad

Alma

on June 13, 2025 at 9:42 pm

Hi Inny!!
Papa and Mama: Thinking about you every day🥰 miss you! Can’t wait to hear allll of the stories that go with every pic you take!
Aven: sindeySuna are you having fun there? Bc I’m not. I have a sore throat and mosquito bites and I threw up on a windy road, but the food is good!
Bye bb! Hope to write again soon.

Alma Jacobo

on June 14, 2025 at 12:55 am

Hi Sidney!!

We miss you! Hope you’re having a memorable time! Can’t wait to hear allll about it😍

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