A Tribute to PopPop Wally

A Tribute to PopPop Wally

My husband and I had just begun our 3 month return trip to Ecuador, and we had found a relaxed hostel in Baños to settle down. Our routine was starting to feel comfortable: a healthy breakfast of fruits and veggies, a strenuous hike to the top of the statue Virgin del...
Quinoa Salad with Edamame and Black Beans

Quinoa Salad with Edamame and Black Beans

For this dish, I actually wrote down a list of ingredients and measurements. Feel free to taste as you go, and let me know if you made any alterations to the dish. I found this salad at a health food store, and thought it was a perfect lunch or even side dish. So, I...
Año Nuevo (NYE) in Guayaquil  (Part 2)

Año Nuevo (NYE) in Guayaquil (Part 2)

(Continued from Part 1) The streets were finally closed to traffic and swarming with people. In a ten-block area, nine stages had been erected.  Yes, I said nine, one every block.  After further inspection, we found the theme to each of these stages, which I will...
The Suprisingly Impressive Zoo in Baños

The Suprisingly Impressive Zoo in Baños

It’s day 5 in Baños, and we were looking for something a little different to do today. We have kept our focus of trying to maintain a daily routine of exercise, eating healthy and avoiding alcohol and other crap.  Basically, this is exactly the opposite regiment that...

Año Nuevo (NYE) en Guayaquil! (Part 1)

New Year’s Eve in Ecuador is, as it is on most of the planet, a cause for great celebration.  We are saying “Adios” to the past year, and “Hola, Bienvenidos!” to the New Year.  The day and night are filled with parties, fiestas, and gatherings of all sorts. We were...