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The Adventure Continues...: February 2007
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A window into my life as a Habitat for Humanity volunteer in Ecuador, this site documents aspects of my "Great Adventure.". Saturday, February 24, 2007. Here is a quick update on the travels. Johanna came to Ecuador to visit and we spent three days in Ecuador before flying to Cartagena, Colombia. We spent a few days there before heading to Taganga and Santa Marta Colombia, where we are now. It looks like my dad may join me those last two weeks. Links to this post. Friday, February 16, 2007. International...
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The Adventure Continues...: October 2006
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A window into my life as a Habitat for Humanity volunteer in Ecuador, this site documents aspects of my "Great Adventure.". Tuesday, October 31, 2006. How to get involved: at home and aboad! Habitat´s vision is: "A world where everyone lives in a decent home". This post is in response to the inquiries I have received, both before I left the States, and since I have arrived here in Ecuador, about what it takes to:. Fly to Ecuador (or other countries.) and build a house with Habitat? As an individual, or.
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The Adventure Continues...: June 2007
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A window into my life as a Habitat for Humanity volunteer in Ecuador, this site documents aspects of my "Great Adventure.". Wednesday, June 27, 2007. Bob's Article: A Journey To Ecuador. As I posted an article by Carmen Español. A volunteer (and my roommate)from my first Global Village experience in Ecuador, here is a second by Bob Glantz, a volunteer from my last group! The photos are also his. Mud and standing water in the rainy season. A week later to finish the job.) We erected the exterior and i...
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The Adventure Continues...: November 2006
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A window into my life as a Habitat for Humanity volunteer in Ecuador, this site documents aspects of my "Great Adventure.". Sunday, November 12, 2006. Avoid being a "Corazon Azul"! The Ecuadorian transportation department started painting blue hearts on the streets where deaths have been caused by traffic accidents in an attempt to remind drivers of their potential threats, and danger while on the road. There have been several horrible bus accidents in the country this year. Links to this post. Steph is ...
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The Adventure Continues...: March 2007
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A window into my life as a Habitat for Humanity volunteer in Ecuador, this site documents aspects of my "Great Adventure.". Sunday, March 04, 2007. New Year: Burning Life-Sized Dolls. Ecuador has many rituals related to bringing in the New Year, one of them includes the creation of and burning of large paper- mache. Or dolls, as they are referred to here, are made in the shape of famous people, cartoon characters, politicians, athletes. or yourself, family and friends! The other guy , Naboa. I think Jame...
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The Adventure Continues...: December 2006
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A window into my life as a Habitat for Humanity volunteer in Ecuador, this site documents aspects of my "Great Adventure.". Thursday, December 28, 2006. Fiestas de Quito: Chiva! Every year the city of Quito celebrates its founding through the "Fiestas de Quito". These fiestas last from the 24th of November until the 6th of December! Here is a picture of the chiva on which I was a passenger. I appologise for the very bad quality (see below for a back-view)! The band plays a short selection of local "songs...
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The Adventure Continues...: Carnaval in Ecuador!
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A window into my life as a Habitat for Humanity volunteer in Ecuador, this site documents aspects of my "Great Adventure.". Thursday, April 19, 2007. The place to be for Carnaval (the few days before lent begins) in Ecuador is Ambato, a town 2.5 hours to the south of Quito. Ambato has a "Festival de Flores, Fruta y Pan" (Festival of Flowers, Fruit and Bread) as the centerpiece of the party. The queens were very popular with the crowds and everyone vied for their attention. After the parade we checked out...
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The Adventure Continues...: Experienced Global Village Team Given a Challenge
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A window into my life as a Habitat for Humanity volunteer in Ecuador, this site documents aspects of my "Great Adventure.". Sunday, April 22, 2007. Experienced Global Village Team Given a Challenge. Every Global Village team with whom I worked with in Ecuador (six in total) had a unique flavor. All were entertaining and included intriguing, inspiring people. What an energetic and positive group they were! Ron was leading his 13th Global Village group! Here are the mischievous children (the girl with bang...
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The Adventure Continues...: August 2006
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A window into my life as a Habitat for Humanity volunteer in Ecuador, this site documents aspects of my "Great Adventure.". Thursday, August 31, 2006. A Few Words on Ecuador's Geography. Ecuador is the size of Colorado. Is nested between Columbia and Peru. And is one of the smallest countries in South America. Despite its relatively small size, Ecuador has an INCREDIBLY. Within its boundaries are four distinct natural geographic zones:. The Galapagos Islands (blue). Links to this post. I will be living i...