Expat Life

Ángeles are a popular theme within the social structure of Ecuador. Catholicism reigns in this small South American country. There are paintings and statuary, carvings, drawings and reliefs of ángeles everywhere. Most of these are depicted in the traditional manner, with wings, cherub-like faces, and soft, flowing robes. Then, there are the seemingly more human...
By Deke Castleman “It tastes like chicken” is such a common expression that it has almost become a self-fulfilling prophesy: Any uncommon meat is now compared to the bland standard of this particular poultry. Rabbit, quail, ostrich, goose, pigeon, ptarmigan, frog, turtle, alligator, snake, iguana, even kangaroo and the two-toed amphiuma (a type of salamander)...
By Edd and Cynthia Staton We’ve been here in Cuenca since the middle of January and don’t return to the U.S. until the first part of May. That’s the longest stretch at home in I don’t know how long. It’s been a joy to get reacquainted with our hometown and to catch up with friends....
By Margaret Winter Looking for Cuenca’s best nightlife? You’ll find it at the Jazz Society Cafe. It’s a little miracle to find a jazz club of this caliber in the Andes, with world-class performers in a venue that’s got the warm, intimate vibe of an authentic New York jazz club. But, in fact, this club...
A year has passed since I posted another version of this column in CuencaHighLife.com. The more things change, the more they stay the same. But, what’s changed?  Time. A year has passed. What has stayed the same? Unfortunately, everything. The same individuals are using expat e-bulletin boards to promote unproven and possibly dangerous treatments for...
By Chris Clarke This is the first of two articles about Ecuador through the eyes of a writer living in Costa Rica. The second will compare the similar economic and political problems of the two countries. It is a short flight to Quito from San Jose. Presently, you have to change planes in either Colombia...
Last week, my column detailed the impressive increase in life expectancy around the globe. As reported in the National Institute on Aging, “The dramatic increase in average life expectancy during the 20th century ranks as one of society’s greatest achievements. Although most babies born in 1900 did not live past age 50, life expectancy at...
By Christopher Lux It’s been a year since so many people on Ecuador’s coast lost so much — family members, friends, and neighbors. There was also the loss of housing, stores, hotels, and work places. Structural losses in the community of Rio Canoa, just inland from the earthquake epicenter, were relatively minor. That was because...
Black Tongue lives a pretty good ways from here. I met him in Wyoming this past February. As you can see, we are already on a first name basis and quite familiar with one another. That’s why he’s letting me hang out with him so close and on his turf. He’s a young fellow who...
By Susan Burke March Your smile may be the most important part of a first impression, and it’s said you never have a second chance to make a good first one. As I walked into the office of GC Specialized Dentistry I thought, this is the definition of a great first impression. If an office...
By David Fagerlie Recently, I attended a presentation about the work of a nonprofit organization that was held after hours at a local restaurant. I paid a fee to attend that was much greater than the value of the dessert and a beverage provided; the balance supported the nonprofit. Drinks were brought around and I...
Walking. It’s my favorite way to get to know a place. I’ve come to love my new city and find new delights in it every day. On foot.  While I try to vary my routes, particularly in El Centro, there are a limited number of ways to get there. As anyone who has been here...

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