There are multiple parts to a Semana Santa procession in Antigua. I am going to try to lead you through it via photos. Gather supplies for the Alfombra (Assorted flowers) (bags and bowls of colored […]
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Cucuruchos y Las Dolorosas
“While the word cucuruchos now refers to the men who carry Semana Santa floats, the word originally meant a piece of cloth, paper or card that formed a cone, like the traditional hoods used for […]
“Semana Santa” Holy Week in Antigua Guatemala: Preparations
Semana Santa is Holy Week in Antigua Guatemala. Holy Week occurs the week starting with Palm Sunday and ends on Easter. Antigua Guatemala is purported to be THE best place to witness this celebration.
Windows and Doors in Antigua Guatemala: A Photo Essay
I Guess maybe I should actually title this “Windows, doors, and flowers”! It is simply beautiful in Antigua. The varied colors abound on every street. Flowers adorn rooftops, windows and sidewalks. It’s an assault on […]
An Ecuadorian Salon Experience
After being on the road for about two months, it was time for a trim up. Besides the fact that I was seeing old friends and attending a wedding in a few short days…it was […]
Quito Ecuador: Changing Of The Guards
What a moving experience. I am always moved by a people’s commitment, values, and patriotic views. Every Monday at 11am, the Ecuadorian President Correra attends the crowd on the balcony of the Presidential Palace for […]
A Chocolate Haven in Ecuador
I just found this drafted post from 2012!! I didn’t realize that I hadn’t posted it. So….with much tardiness, I give you Chocolate in Ecuador!! With my empending South America Travel looming over my head; […]
Market Day: Otavalo Ecuador
The market in Otavalo Ecuador is said to be the largest in all of Ecuador. Located about an hour and half by bus outside of Quito, Teresa was insistent that she needed to do some […]
The 3 (or 5) Day Alcoholic Challenge: The Conclusion
If your wondering how The 3 Day Alcoholic Challenge turned out; I’m about to tell you. I mentioned in the first post that on day #2, we decided that 3 days was simply not enough […]
Spending a Little Time in the Northern Hemisphere
Teresa posted the following to Facebook. Today’s adventure. “We slept in planning on going to the equator today knowing it wasn’t very far from our hotel . We left the hotel around 10:30 thinking we’ll […]
A Re-Discovered Life 