Here we are back in Quito where we landed a mere 4 days ago. Seems like we've been gone much longer than that though. We know time will speed up as the travel progresses. Our flight down was uneventful other than being put in a holding pattern outside of Atlanta, due to "weather", causing us to arrive 15 minutes after our Quito flight was scheduled to take off. Fortunately many planes were caught up in this and they waited.
The weather is cool in Quito, around 15 C during the day, and similar at the lodge. Somehow we expected it to be warmer sitting on the Equator, but gather that has to do not only with the elevation but the humidity. Well, what do you expect in a cloud forest but humidity? Rain tends to fall heavily but for short intervals. Yesterday was the only bad storm, thunder and very close lightning that caused a power outage for the rest of the day/night. So no showers, which tended to be cold anyway. We saw an AMAZING number of birds, and most numerous were the many varieties of hummingbirds that came to the feeders at the lodge. Daily we went on several nature/bird seeking walks, all well guided by knowledgable staff. Food was excellent too. In short, we had a wonderful experience. We are looking forward to getting a little warmer tomorrow but maybe we'd better watch what we ask for.
Ecuadorians seem very polite, friendly but slightly reserved, so far. Will fill you in more when we get a chance next.
Happy Birthday, Lyse. Happy spring everyone else.
Adios for now.
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