January & February 2009 notes so far (to be written up one day!) Giff ´s despedida & crabfest Rain, storms, power cuts. Oppressive heat and humidity. Obamania, Sofia´s reggaeton song, an icon and the neighbour´s Obama poster. Banking and paperwork hassles. Colds and mosquito bites. Quiet but well received gigs. Corruption or just a mix up at customs. El Universo article - lucky breaks Hotel Barcelo duos picking up nicely but bank & payment problems Vivi starts driving lessons Sofia starts school Ear problems continue and paying for doctors gets painful Weeks flying by, gig offers flying in, money flying away! Gigs in Guayaquil, late night in Salinas! "Carnaval"! Sofia the beach girl! Driving (and surviving) in Ecuador!
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