Wow did we get up early to trek 4 hours across the country of Panama to the city of Chitre! Sierra travelers were awesome listening to Gabe as he told us about the different regions we travelled through from crossing the canal to developing a new hospital centered town.
We made it to the farm "Las Cabras", run by a gracious host Maria, around 12:30. We were treated to traditional Panamanian food like whole chicken and local yam soup, and a drink made from sugar cane and lemon, which everyone devoured and asked for more. We were then given a hands-on tour of the farm where the students, chaperones and our guide Gabe were able to milk a cow, feed baby cows from a bottle, ride a horse, make homemade corn tortillas along with cheese made from the milk of the cow we milked! Our students were delighted to meet the children of the farm workers and attempt to talk to them in Spanish, ask about the pictures they took with little Jesus and Belkis.
We made a brief stop in the town of Chirte for a walking tour that lead us around 2 plazas as well as some local shops. The people of Chitre are amazingly kind and completely enthralled with meeting our group of students. People waved and stopped to talk to us all over the town! We even had a few moments to shop at some local shops and pick up some entertaining souvenirs!
Our last, well deserved stop for the day was the Cubita Hotel. It is a luxurious hotel with a spa, restaurant and shell shaped pool with multi-color strobe lights! We were treated to dinner in a private dining room and topped the night off with some night swimming. Once again our students have awed all of us chaperones with their interest in the culture and energy to experience everything Panama has to offer us!
Mrs. Worsham
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Yiayia Spiliotis (Tuesday, 20 March 2018 22:53)
Thanks for the wonderful blogs. Makes me feel that I am on the trip with you. Panama has more to see and experience than I ever imagined. Continue learning and enjoying! I will be waiting for your next adventures.
Mel (Tuesday, 20 March 2018 23:01)
Aww sending hugs to all of you (especially Abby!!)
Lisa & Brandon Conner (Tuesday, 20 March 2018 23:19)
While every moment of this trip has been amazing something sounded different about today. When I talked to Isabelle tonight her words to me were, “today was inspirational!” I hope you are finding time every day to reflect on all you are seeing, doing and learning. When you return home on Saturday your perspective on life will certainly be different. No puedo esperar a escuchar cómo va el mañana. Continúa disfrutando cada minuto! Abrazos y besos a Isabelle. XO
Alex Hickson (Tuesday, 20 March 2018 23:25)
WOW!! From yam soup to milking cows then making cheese to a nice evening at the pool, what more could one ask for?..... You're right ask for more!! Take it all in and enjoy : )
- Hugs to Leilani -
Dad
Marcy Covard (Tuesday, 20 March 2018 23:36)
Wow-Bella is jealous that Marina got to go to a farm. She would like to remind you that Monday was her birthday so she is waiting to celebrate her birthday when you get back. She can't wait to hear about your day tomorrow!!
Monica Aden (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 00:48)
Wow, such amazing experiences!! I love that today was so hands on. It’s not just about visual senses but really experiencing it all. They are going to remember this FOR-EVER. You guys are remarkable teachers for teaching them this. ❤️
Tina Spiliotis (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 02:40)
It’s amazing to hear what a difference a 4 hour bus ride brought to your adventures in Panama. What an experience it was for all of you to be on the farm. I’m glad Christina got to ride a horse- she was probably having withdrawals from being away from her horses. Thankfully the pool was open to end the evening! Can’t wait to hear what tomorrow brings.
Brad & Heather Swisher (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 06:59)
We are so impressed with this trip and the experiences that have been planned that Jack gets to soak up. I love see all the pictures of the culture and the happy faces of the students. Thank you so much Mr. & Mrs. Thornton,
Mrs. Worsham , Mr. Sheffield and Ms. Hernandez for planning such a wonderful trip for our son!
Hugs & Kisses to Jack
Tyler Gross (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 07:35)
Hey tyler i wanted to tell you i miss u and i love you!! Bring me back some moneys
Melissa Lundgaard (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 07:46)
Milking a COW! How fun that must have been. Kelsey tells us how much she enjoyed all of the food at the village and we are excited for these students to get to have that experience. Kelsey absolutely loves BIG BEAR HUGS and is probably missing getting those big hugs from her family...she may need a HUG! We MISS you, Kels!
Anonymous (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 07:50)
It’s amazing how much fun you guys are having! Remember to appreciate the experience your having!
- Big Hugs to Jack -
Beth Huffman (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 08:47)
Wow! The photos on this trip have been amazing -- it feels like we are right there with you! The farm experience looked like so much fun, and certainly a unique opportunity to experience a different slice of life in Panama. THANK YOU to the teachers & chaperones for making this possible. Sending a big hug to Otto!!!
Anna O'Kelley (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 09:03)
What an experience! I wonder if Skyler remembers visiting her grandparents farm when she was little and they had sheep.
Biffinger’s (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 09:29)
Wow! Panama looks like paradise and that hotel sounds absolutely delightful! Thank you teachers and chaperones for allowing these kids to have this experience- you are truly a blessing!
I’m assuming Aidan is having a blast because he keeps forgetting to text or call his mother. Many hugs and kisses- drink lots of water!
Stacey - Ty’s Mama (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 09:33)
I’m so happy that you are having this amazing experience. Cali says “Hi”!
Love you so much!
Mama
Chantel Foster (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 10:31)
Sounds like an incredible day 4 and to end up in a luxurious hotel with late night swimming is the perfect ending! I guess you'll have to tell Grampa he should get a cow now for the farm Kayla! LOL A huge thank you to all you chaperones and teachers! Hugs to Kayla!
Chris Foster (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 10:32)
Wow what an amazing day! Sounds like everyone is having a blast!
Lynn and Maurizio Howard (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 12:25)
Maurizio, We are so jealous of all the fun adventures you are having in Panama. It sounds like you are learning so much about the country and its people and culture. I wish we would have been able to do things you are doing when we went there. The blog and pictures are great—we can’t wait to see more. Hugs and kisses from Mom, Dad, Maya and Sugar xoxo
David Gross aka Tyler's Big Papa (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 12:45)
How fun!! I hope everyone is taking in these wonderful opportunities and having a balst!!
Cheers to all and big hugs and kisses to Ty!
The Schulz Family (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 14:23)
Love seeing our kids step outside their comfort zones to embrace the people, food and culture of Panama! Such neat experiences and memories. Hugs & fist bumps to Sam!
DisNerd (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 18:46)
Hey Aidan! I'm glad you get to be a part of their world and you get to learn that impossible things are happening everyday. I hope you're having a magical day and that you nevet forget to always be one jump ahead.
~From your SQUIP
(P.S. the world is full of zannies and fools so be more chill!)
Jessica V (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 19:35)
Jewel your day in Chitre sounds amazing. I much prefer the country over the big city! I hope you are embracing new food and drink while in Panama. What a privilege to have your hosts making traditional meals for you and your friends. I can’t wait to hear more about it. Enjoy! Love you!
Carla Johnson (Wednesday, 21 March 2018)
Today's adventures sound incredible!! Any chance that there will be a dinner when you return and the students can cook these delicious meals for us parents?? :-) How wonderful that the people you meet are as interested to meet you as you are them. I hope these experiences stay with you long after you come home! Hugs to everyone and a HUGE hug to Abby!
Michael Covard (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 20:20)
Malking cows... Oso loves his doggie ice cream made from cow milk. He would like to drink some milk in a bowl.. it’s yummy. He is getting ready to get pets soon.
Bruce westphal (Wednesday, 21 March 2018 21:56)
Keep up the post they are awesome. Cece hope You figured out how to milk a cow because we need to save money on milk. Has anyone got to swim in the Panama Canal yet? Stay safe and remember the difference between gorillas and guerrillas captain Ron