- The post office in Quito does not provide boxes like they do at home, no priority boxes, international boxes, nada! They did provide me with a plastic envelope after I decided to take out a few of the items. Oh, and he didn´t speak English! Once again, I got to practice my Spanish skills. I think if I were to stay here much longer I might really learn the language!
- People in Quito want to charge you to take their picture! I can understand the street vendor expecting a purchase but just to snap a picture of a random person??? There was a really neat looking lady wearing a baby and pushing a cart around. It would have made an amazing photograph but she wanted two dollars and I offered one (I only had a one, two fives, and a ten). She said no! So, I saved my battery.
- When crossing the street, the best thing to do is to make a run for it and pray!!! I learned this as I patiently waited for what seemed like forever and after watching several of the ¨locals¨ do it, I took my chances and survived!
- Lots of planning and thinking don´t make a trip unless you follow through on the plans. I am learning this the hard way. I had everything planned quite carefully. Somehow, everything fell apart moments before I was to leave. Hence, the lack of supplies and money. I must get my head on straight and not forget things and manage my time better!
So, there you have it. I will likely remember/learn many more things as time goes on but I am calling it quits for tonight. I will begin my journey into the Amazon tomorrow as we head to Tena for a night!
I´ll do my best to keep you posted!
