Quito

So, not too long ago today, we arrived in Quito for the weekend. We decided that we should come back to Quito, talk to Yanapuma about other volunteering options, and see about volunteer or work options, and options as far as living cheaply.

The hostal we´re staying at right now is proboably the best hostel I´ve ever seen. The rooms are fantastic, hot water, kitchen use, book exchange, rooftop terrace, movie lounge, etc...and it´s really cheap. I plan on looking to see if they accept volunteers, or offer discounted rates if I stay there for the long term. I´m also looking into a cheap homestay so I can practice my Spanish, but that has yet to be decided.

However, things are going okay in Bua. I´m starting to figure out what they react to as far as what they like doing, etc. It´s still weird because I´m not so sure what they need me for outside of supervision. I´m thinking if I can get them to perform by either the end of next week or the week after that, I feel like that would be a good time to call it a project. I did have fun beating on a drum while Richard (the only student who responds to questions) played marimbas and the other students danced.

My project is going okay, and the community is really pretty and I like walking, but as I said the last time, I´m not speaking much Spanish, and there´s really nothing to do in Bua, and I hate Santo Domingo. It´s an affair that´s expensive and not worth it.

Also, I have concluded that I am, have been, and always will be a city person. If I can find something worthwhile in Quito, I´m going to do it, and might actually wind up saving money. We´ll see how it goes. Until next time, ta ta!