Inti Raymi
13 Jul
Ecuador

Inti Raymi

June 22. Solstice.   I hear the waterfall through the dark. Flashlight beams give me a glimpse of its stark whiteness in the night. I push forward...
Becky Wandell
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Ecuadorian Bus Rides
06 Jun
Ecuador

Ecuadorian Bus Rides

Peace Corps Volunteers in Ecuador are not allowed to drive a car or a motorcycle.  So, I spend a lot of time walking or riding...
Becky Wandell
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Central Sierras of Ecuador
23 May
Ecuador

Central Sierras of Ecuador

I’ve been pining to get to to the Central Sierras since I got in the country, and two weeks ago, I finally made it to...
Becky Wandell
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First Impressions: Teaching in Ecuador
16 May
Ecuador

First Impressions: Teaching in Ecuador

After 5 weeks in Ibarra, I’m getting settled into my school and my responsibilities as an Ecuadorian Teacher.  This post is long, but informative.  Read...
Becky Wandell
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08 May
Uncategorized

Just a Shout Out…

To My Wonderful Portland 54th Street Neighbors In honor of my past efforts to coordinate an annual Progressive Dinner throughout the neighborhood, my friends carried...
Becky Wandell
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20 Apr
Ecuador

I’ll Miss You, Dad

Missing out on life events at home, is a hard part of the Peace Corps Experience…. Frank Edward Wandell May 17, 1928 – April 19,...
Becky Wandell
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My First Birthday in Ecuador
20 Apr
Ecuador

My First Birthday in Ecuador

Didn’t you know? April 17th is the Best Day of The Year!  It’s my Birthday! Thanks to Kendall for making Cheese, Mushroom and Chard Enchiladas...
Becky Wandell
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