Robert Bradley
Articles by Robert Bradley :
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Reaching out to those who are alone
It is difficult for me to describe the moment. It was like being doused with hard rain while hurrying home before a building thunderstorm. Or, like the moment you realized… -
An endangered species: Cuenca artisan family struggles to maintain a family tradition
Several months ago I introduced you to the Machado family of artisan coppersmiths. I marveled at the intricate workmanship and technical proficiency of their craft and I gushed on and… -
Feeling the energy, telling the story
There are few conditions that scream with such volume or shrill insistence as being employed in the information media business. There are deadlines to meet and important stories that need… -
Contemplations on paper and ink, wood and water, over a cup of morning coffee
By Robert Bradley My favorite haunt, Casa Azul Galeria Cafe, reopened last week. What a relief! I love dropping in for early morning cafe con leche and greeting the day… -
He just signed up for IESS heath care for $67 a month; Why do other expats pay much more?
Thousands of Ecuador expats has been affected by changing health care insurance requirements in the country. Rivers of mixed messages and misinformation, both from the government and the gringo social… -
Weathered, timeless and eager
My computer is being repaired so I was unable to write to you this week. Instead, I relied exclusively on my camera. This is what caught my eye. I love… -
The haberdasher’s tale
As you may have noticed, for the past year I have been writing a weekly love letter to Cuenca. The serendipities that guided me through this year seem no less… -
An anniversary and a look back to the beginning
Friday, February 23 will be the first anniversary of my living in Cuenca. Following is a letter to a dear friend describing my flight and early impressions of Ecuador, which… -
Letter to my sister
By Robert Bradley Dear Paulee, Autumn means something different here. It is not composed of days getting shorter, leaves bursting with color or cold rivers of wind coming home to… -
Expat policyholders say insurance company has not paid claims, has broken coverage commitments
By Robert Bradley Complaints against a health insurance company used by Cuenca expats are on the rise, with many policyholders complaining about poor service and claims that have gone months… -
On the eve of my first anniversary in Cuenca
By Robert Bradley I recall writing some time ago that among the many joys of living in Cuenca is that it seems, wherever you go, you will run into folks… -
To stand where the Cañari and Inca once stood
By Robert Bradley Alpaca are shy. The rancher, even more so. In order to maintain a degree of privacy for my friend and host who invited me to participate in… -
Make an auspicious beginning: Reveal yourself!
By Robert Bradley I have long held that serendipity and Cuenca are well-traveled companions. So, it was no surprise to me as I walked through Parque Calderon on Monday morning,…