Buenos Dias! This afternoon, the BC crew is taking off for Banos, a small town on the side of a volcano about three hours from Quito. We are leaving after classes today and coming back on Sunday.

This week has more or less been focused on starting classes, homework, and getting schedules straightened out. Classes are all going well, though I will definitely have a LOT of reading to do over the next few months. I'm excited, though, because most of the reading is short stories or contemporary classics (Cien Anos de Soledad, La Ciudad y Los Perros, etc).

Last night we celebrated Becca's birthday and had some fabulous entertainment. Eddie brought his guitar and both he and Amanda played and sang for us. It was also Mom's birthday, so it was fun to be celebrating, even if it was from far away! Have a great weekend, and good luck to all those who started classes this week at BC!