Loja, Vilcabamba, and Zaruma, Ecuador
19 Sep
Ecuador

Loja, Vilcabamba, and Zaruma, Ecuador

During another week of summer vacation, I decided to take the opportunity to travel far from my home and explore  the southern part of Ecuador.   First,...
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Corpus Christi in Pujilí
24 Jul
Ecuador

Corpus Christi in Pujilí

“Corpus Christi”…. I kept hearing about it…  I knew it was a religious holiday, but I couldn’t find anyone who could really tell me about...
Becky Wandell
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Angamarca Family Reunion
13 Jul
Ecuador

Angamarca Family Reunion

Although Ibarra is a city with over 100,000 people, it often feels like a small town.  One reason for this, is that when I’m out...
Becky Wandell
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My Work as a Volunteer
09 Jul
Ecuador

My Work as a Volunteer

As a Peace Corps Volunteer, I have a lot of freedom and flexibility in my day.  Luckily, I’m very self-directed and I look for opportunities...
Becky Wandell
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Murals of Ecuador
24 Jun
Ecuador

Murals of Ecuador

Cayambe The arts are a very important part of Ecuadorian culture.  Traditional music is on every radio station, streaming out of every bus and floating...
Becky Wandell
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Mercados, Markets and Trueques
17 Jun
Ecuador

Mercados, Markets and Trueques

Buying food is a big part of my weekly agenda.  Since I don’t live near many stores and I have to carry everything home on...
Becky Wandell
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