Robert Bradley
Articles by Robert Bradley :
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A master artist celebrates his Cuenca roots
I first met Eduardo Segovia a couple of years ago. I was newly arrived and busy furnishing my apartment when a friend introduced me to this exuberant man who I… -
In Cuenca, here there are angels too
By Teresa Drake I have heard so many horror stories from people about having their pockets picked, being robbed, etc. after an accident or while sitting in a café enjoying… -
Discovering divine providence in Cuenca
Daniel Avila arrived in Cuenca on 9 December 2016, after fleeing the devastation of Venezuela. He left behind land so ensnared in the fetid folds of corroding infrastructure and wanton… -
The lessons of pain, the journey to fulfillment
I’ve had a lot of quiet time of late. It has been a good time to visit some favorite old haunts; the works of Hesse, LeGuin, McCarthy, and Proulx. Their… -
May we live long and prosper
I first posted this column on 16 December 2017. When I read Dave Nelson’s, Ruminations on turning 90 last week, I felt proud that we share an appreciation of Wm.… -
Meandering pathways of Plaza San Sebastian
The moment I saw San Sebastian Plaza I fell in love with its understated beauty and meandering pathways that entice lovers to sit together on the shaded benches. The younger… -
Peter gets a haircut and Vilcabamba will never be the same
I hear dogs barking in the village of Vilcabamba — the yaps are startling the birds who are already arguing over seeds scattering in the breeze. Somewhere down the valley,… -
New readers and new voices at CuencaHighLife
CuencaHighLife is growing and it’s not just our readership numbers that are up. Regular readers will note some new voices on our website. Cynthia Mills is a wonderful addition to… -
A day like any other
I have been spending a fair amount of time at Hospital de Especialidades José Carrasco Arteaga (IESS) of late. The trip is now a well-oiled track. I walk from San… -
Outcasts of the islands
My first contact with Jack and Diane was by email. They were planning a move to Cuenca, were daily readers of CuencaHighLife, and asked if I was willing to answer… -
All the news that fits
Amid the everyday bad news, the wanton shootings, the terrorist attacks, the racist politicians, the bullying of women, the predators, there is also this news. A community rallies around a… -
Recalling the voice of great poet on the first anniversary of his death: Efrain Jara
I have been writing a column for CuencaHighLife since the third week of my arrival in town. It has defined how I am perceived by others, and in many ways,… -
Tightening up the CHL comments policy and some thoughts about civility
I like to think of my column in CuencaHighLife a weekly love letter to Cuenca. Although I spend endless hours fretting and obsessing over what to say, I am always…