Robert Bradley
Articles by Robert Bradley :
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Shoulder your civic responsibility as an expat and pay your taxes
According to Quora Digest, the southern hemisphere houses 12.2% of the world’s population. I was aware of this prior to moving to Ecuador; it was one of several determining factors… -
It’s the time of year to bundle up
Dear Readers, It’s been noticeably cool of late, cold enough for the Canadians and Yankees who live here to agree on something, a rarity unto itself. The mornings are often… -
Taking care of Cuenca’s street dogs: How we take care of our animals shows how we take care of our fellow human beings
I read an entry in Gringo Post the other day. Here it is. We will be flying into Guayaquil. We are bringing our older dog of nearly 15 years and… -
From a den of thieves to one of Cuenca’s crown jewels, the El Vado neighborhood is transformed
By Robert Bradley Cuenca street artists who enjoy painting large-scale pieces are familiar with El Vado. Bajada del Vado is famed for the often dramatic street art climbing the steep… -
Quingeo will take your breath away
Author’s note: This is one of an occasional series detailing the challenges and aspirations of rural Ecuadorians and the importance of preserving their villages tucked in the hollows and perched… -
A sad story? No way! This Cuenca character should be an inspiration to us all
CuencaHighLife editor David Morrill recently sent me a copy of a story he read in the Quito newspaper El Comercio. He said it was quite a sad story yet newsworthy… -
My top 10 favorite pictures
I carry a camera with me nearly everywhere and almost every day. It encourages me to keep my eyes open to possibilities — there is always something special happening in… -
Selling off the pieces, one by one
“My grandfather brought this back from Bolivia in 1924. He was stationed down there, working for a mining company when he was young. He always spoke of South America with… -
Homage to the truth tellers
Journalists are informants, watchdogs, and storytellers. They report the news people want to hear, and too often, news they do not. They are the primary connection to the world outside… -
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…