Cuenca

So, we are in Cuenca, in the southern highlands, right now. We´re still in the process of looking for volunteer positions, and at the same time, looking for work. Cuenca is Ecuador´s 3rd largest city, with a large student population (when University is in session). However, university is not in session yet, and for the most part, despite the attractive streets and buildings in Cuenca, it is not as wonderful as everyone made it sound. Don´t get me wrong, it´s a nice city with lots of places that can help us out, but it lacks the vitality that Quito does. However, Cuenca has a really cool organization that would be wonderful to volunteer for. Everything else, however, such as the hominess of Casa Bambu, the backpacker scene, and the presence of MANY gringo oriented places to find work are absent. I do, however, have one possibility here at a bar/restaurant in a few minutes, so we shall see.

Also, I am now looking forward to leaving the Santo Domingo area once and for all, and finally settle down in a place that doesn´t depress us. Also, if wherever it is we settle down involves a job for money or a place to live, all the better.

I was a little sore today. 8 hour bus rides at night will do that to a person, as will walking around practically without stopping.

Another positive Cuenca thing- it´s pretty easy to find vegetarian food.

Anyway, we shall see what happens in the next few days...