My 13 months volunteering in Ecuador with Manna Project International. A Month and Half to Go. At the end of every visit, Arturo breaks out his pan flute and jams for a good 20 minutes every time. Our other business is a. Carlos, Magdalena and I. Carlos and I about to hit the streets. The Ecuadorian soup for Easter. 12 different grains for the tribes of Israel and 3 different types of milk for the trinity. This is some holy soup.

Friday, June 24, 2011. While in the jungle I had the opportunity to steep in a cage with a year old ocelot. The Ecuadorian guide told me before getting in the cage that if it was feisty jump out of the cage quickly. Apparently this was not feisty and I got to play with the cat. Wednesday, June 22, 2011. Wednesday, June 15, 2011.

Ecuador - A 13 month adventure. I am writing a blog to keep family and friends aware of my day to day activities, discoveries and adventures. Friday, February 18, 2011. Two cooking class regulars helping make our quinoa meatloaf. Incorporating the Andes into a traditional American dish. Enjoying the fruits of our labor! In our cooking .