Carnival has been in full swing since last Thursday night. Ecuador loves to celebrate....just give them a reason. This year to discourage dousing unsuspecting and/or unwilling innocent bystanders, there is a new 'no dousing' law. It comes with a $7 fine and 'several hours' in jail. The police say it is hard to levy consequences to offenders though because the offenders 'run too fast.'
We had a 'fat Sunday' party so we wouldn't be left out of the festivities. Good food, good friends, good times. Here are some picks.

Shoulda seen it comin! But didn't. Now I've gotten roped into playing at church services on Sunday. Hope the structure doesn't implode when I enter.
So things are busy around here; Spanish, eating, exploring, visiting, music. I do enjoy the quiet retired life.
Here are more pics from the Christmas parade. We have carnivale coming up soon. Ecuador loves a party, and I'm not talking politics.

Here are some more Cuenca Christmas parade pics.