Today we started our day with Spanish lessons in the morning before walking to Pantanal. Jeff gave a history of Amped's involvement in the community, then we moved bricks and rock and tied rebar for the walls of the learning center. Ramona prepared a wonderful lunch and we finished our work. After some downtime in the hostel (pool!) we went back out in Granada for dinner.
Here's Caroline with a reflection:
Today at the learning center I had my first opportunity to interact with the Nicaraguan children. In walking through Pantanal, the town in which the learning center is located, I was exposed to living conditions that I could never have imagined. This provided me with a different perspective towards the children. We were working and a 6 year old girl came up to me and said "agua". Unsure of what she meant, I asked her and she pointed at the water jug. She wanted a cup of water. I knew that I could not give her one, but it was extremely hard to say no. Purified water is not a bountiful resource for them. Although this is cliche, it made me appreciate the simple pleasures I have in Massachusettes, even water.
Practicar español.
At the edge of Granada walking to Pantanal.
Jeff narrating the walking tour with Amped's history.
Walking through Pantanal.
Tying rebar was one of our main jobs today.
This historic church was across from the delicious taco restaurant where we ate dinner tonight.
Taco Tuesday!
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