Thursday, July 25, 2013

CASA DULCE CASA

Nosotros gusta Cuenca muy mucho.  (We like Cuenca very much)

Locals ask how we like Cuenca and we have decided this is the appropriate response.  And it is also true.

The weather is ever-changing (overcast in parts of the city, and sunshine in another part) and you can see where it changes.  We had a few sprinkles several days ago.  This morning we walked to the pharmacy (John has a little head cold) and then to the SuperMaxi for items to make chicken soup for lunch.  Was sprinkling when we left (about a 5 block walk) thankfully we had the umbrella.  Then it really poured down while we were shopping.  When we came out - the sun was out and it was very pleasant - in fact we were rather warm.

Attaching pictures of our apartment (100 year old building with "modernized" units) and some of our meals:  John sitting down to our first prepared full meal - 'whole' chicken purchased at grocery - pork buffet (just kidding about that one).

Attended a 'Meet & Greet' for newcomers on Tues. night and have plans for double-decker tour bus ride and meeting friends Fri. night for dinner.

We had our first bus adventure (with senior discount cards) - each ride is 12 cents.  Round about way, but we had the time, knew we could get back to El Centro, and saw a lot of the city.  Folks are very
helpful and are also very forgiving of our espanol.

Next post will send pictures of sites in the park and around town.

Will post again soon.  Take care.  We love y'all.

"God reigns over the nations; God is seated on his holy throne." Ps 47:8






Monday, July 22, 2013

SETTLING IN - PART 2

First trip to the Mercado.  It really is a "trip" - we had lots of fun - beautiful fruit and veggies.
Walking around Cuenca near our apartment.