Today is Sunday, July 1, our first free day. We woke up later than usual, and started off our day with a traditional Sunday Ecuadorian dish at Roma Santa, which is called hornado. It consists of lettuce, corn, roast pig, and a special chile sauce. !Fue muy delicioso! After breakfast, we split into 3 different groups in order to have a smooth adventure around Riobamba. All of the groups ended up at Plaza Roja to do some shopping and found some great finds. After we finished shopping, 2 of the groups went to try Ecuadorian ice cream that turned out to be really different but equally great at the same time. The other group explored the beautiful Simon Boliver’s house, which was later turned into a restaurant. After our first 2 hours of free time, we met back at the hotel to regroup in order to go to lunch. During lunch, all of the groups decided that they wanted to spend the rest of their free time at Parque Ecologico.
The park was very different from the parks that we have at home yet it was a unique surprise for us. It was filled with families, dogs, and various activities. Some of the activities were paddle boating, multiple playgrounds, a river, and many vending stands. We spent a few hours exploring the area and trying some of the activities. Many of us went paddle boating and it was still a memorable experience. After walking around in the hot sun, many of us were ready to head back to the hotel for some down time. When we got to dinner, Isabella and her son Nelson were welcoming as always. She always cooks us the best food, and Nelson always has the jams playing. Dinner is a big highlight among all of us because of the many laughs and smiles shared.
Sundays in Ecuador are days when people chose to rest, so many of the shops and businesses were closed. Our free day was not what we had anticipated, but adventuring around Riobamba had a bigger impact on all of us. It taught us skills such as responsibility, maturity, and togetherness. Now, we pass the torch to our next leaders; Joanna, Marina, and Yvonne.
p.s. We love and miss you all!!!
Love,
Kathy, Amy, and Sarina <3
Beautiful view during the hike to the park
At Plaza Roja shopping for souvenirs
Hey Riss,
Hope you had a great day. Looks like the trip to the park was fun….did you go on the paddle boat?
Hey, did you fine some great deals shopping today? Any LLama items?
We love you and miss you.
Be safe. Have fun.
Big hugs,
Mama Llama
Hi Nessa! Mom says she loves and misses you and hopes you’re having a lot of fun over there. Jason says he hopes you’re having a lot of fun and to enjoy your trip. Kiwi says hi. Stay safe and bring me back lots of snacks and souvenirs pls. See you when you get back and don’t forget to call us when you can.
Awwww,
I’m so glad to read your great adventure today Sarina so well said with so much passion about what you all did today. Sounds like you all have amazing Sunday exploring and seeing so many different things. I love reading all about it. I’m so proud of you Sarina doing something you weren’t sure of and finding a lot of joyment doing what your doing. Hearing you be so humble being the beautiful person you always have been makes my heart happy ❤️
I love you Sarina always ? Enjoy your time and make those memories?
Great write up girls and I love the photos
Sounds like an amazing adventure for your first free day! We look forward to following your trip in this blog. Embrace every moment you are creating many special memories!!
We love you!!
Love and miss you Emi!! I’m so glad you are having a wonderful time! Meanwhile I just got the wisdom taken out of me…lol ?
I forgot to Mention I love the title
” SPREAD YOUR WINGS AND BE FREE”
Have a great day 🙂
Bryant looks like you are having a good time.
Hopefully, there is something in the bag for your mother.
Love you!
Bryant looks like you are enjoying yourself!
I hope you have something in that bag for your mother. ?
Forgot to say
I love you and miss you Bryant.
Jackson…
Can’t wait to hear about your trip. Ray and I spent our birthdays at the American River. Pretty, but too dang hot!
Hi Kathy
Learn as much as you
Enjoy I miss u
Your dad
Veo que te divertiste. Te amamos mucho.
para perla
Looking stylish Paris, great title #SpreadYourWingsBeFree. Looks really awesome and beautiful, a peaceful place. Soak in the moment and culture. Let history speak.
Hi Lexi… I see your beautiful smile… Looks like fun on the boat… It’s Soo different than the Costanza DR. Pictures from Sergio’s trip… It’s more like City life… I hope you are having a blast ??… I can’t wait to hear and see pictures from your trip ?… We miss you much ??… Mama Maria and family
Paris you looking dope baby bro. I love the treads lol take it all in this is the first of many trips about exploring the world. Love you
hello Amy this is Ita I just want to say that watch out because I don’t want you to come back with a sun burn 😉