Terra Nova de Corazón: My first workshops! Manglaralto area, ECUADOR

Terra Nova de Corazón: My first workshops!:

Tuesday, April 8, 2014

My first workshops!

I've been expressing to people that one of the primary goals of Terra Nova is to create a sacred space for people to host/attend workshops (for growth,
healing, living skills, etc.), or simply take a retreat from the daily
grind of Industrial Civilization. Our first events, May 16-18, are shown
here - Guy McPherson giving his presentation on the Global Climate
Crisis, followed by a 2-day workshop on processing and moving through
grief. Pauline will be there as a co-facilitator and to document! 

We
plan to host a potluck on Friday evening, 5-7pm, before his
presentation. If you're in the Manglaralto area, please stop by and
introduce yourself. If you're coming from out of town, we have a great
deal at Hosteria Arandú ($20-25/night per person, including breakfast), or you can camp/hammock on our land.
For more information or to RSVP, please contact me directly.

What Do Ecuadorians Think About Americans in Ecuador?

What Do Ecuadorians Think About Americans in Ecuador?

Do You Care About What Ecuadorians Think About You?   (part 2)

Lets start with a couple of short stories today…

 

An Ugly Touchdown in Guayaquil

I was pretty tired when our plane landed at Guayaquil International…
Another long flight from the states. It was almost mid-night as the
plane taxied towards the gate and finally came to a stop.


Now count to 5.


That is how long it took for some guy sitting behind me to yell, “hey, turn the lights on.” 


The lights were turned on and everyone started to get out of their seats to disembark. The same guy yells again, “Thanks for the lights…. Guess this is the first time you ever flew an airplane.” 


I looked over at Chad and whispered, “Mad White Guy”.


Yes, we were not even out of the plane before some whack-job decided to open his mouth....read more: http://www.ecuadorgeorge.com/americans-in-ecuador/#.U06dvxUtmXY.facebook

Tourism in Ecuador Heating Up- NEW YORK, March 25, 2014 -

Tourism in Ecuador Heating Up-

NEW YORK, March 25, 2014 - Featuring the highest active volcanoes in the world, the greatest concentration of species by area, white sand beaches and the breathtaking Galapagos Islands are just a few reasons why Ecuador received recognition as the “Green Destination of the World for 2013,” by the World Travel Awards. According to the World Travel Awards, Ecuador is also considered the number one destination to visit in Latin America and the seventh must-visit place in the world in 2014.

“We’re excited and welcome visitors to Ecuador to explore our country’s rich landscape,” announced experts from The Ministry of Tourism of Ecuador.

From environmental and biological diversity, entertainment and adventure, Ecuador offers something for every traveler.

 Considered a year-round destination, tourists can explore the Andes Mountains, relax under the dense canopies of the Amazon, sight-see along the beaches of the Pacific Coast or observe the Natural Heritage of Humanity site of the Galapagos Islands. http://www.hospitality-industry.com/index.php/news/comments/tourism_in_ecuador_heating_up/#.U0uDmIRH5xI.twitter

Charlie Rose has a conversation with President of Ecuador Rafael Correa.

April 15: In this 13:28 minutes excerpt, Charlie Rose has a conversation with President of Ecuador Rafael Correa. He is an economist who served briefly as finance minister before running as a populist reformer in the 2006 presidential election.: http://www.businessweek.com/videos/2014-04-15/ecuador-pres-dot-rafael-correa-charlie-rose-04-15

 To see full 30 min. interview click here: http://charlierose.com/watch/60375171

 Exclusive video interview with Rafael Correa, CNS-Posted on April 16, 2014 • Filed under: Ecuador, Politics-Courthouse News Service Interview with Rafael Correa, President of Ecuador: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ac9IOkWp2A0

Moving to Ecuador This Week - March 31, 2014 - If It Were Easy, Everyone Would Do It!

Moving to Ecuador This Week

Ecuador George | March 31, 2014 | 8 Replies

  If It Were Easy, Everyone Would Do It!

  We are finally moving to Ecuador.
These last 4 months have been the craziest time, and this final 30 days has been completely out of control.
Tomorrow we finally leave for the airport. We have booked a nice room near LAX to rest up before the all day relocation to Cuenca on Wednesday.
Nervous stomach, chest pains, mini rages, sleep deprivation, mind racing, E.D., and strange hair growth in weird places are all ongoing issues. Did I mention the boil and toe nail fungus? Funny what your body does when it is under stress.
I don’t do drugs anymore, so valium has been out of the question…. and I don’t drink either.  Lucky for me I still have a dirty mind.
My stress management tools usually work pretty well.
But these last 30 days have really been a challenge. I expect I will have some wisdom to share soon, once the inside of my head slows down just a bit and lets me think clearly again....read more: http://www.ecuadorgeorge.com/moving-to-ecuador-3/#.UzmR0szJ1aM.facebook

Gringo Tree: March 25, 2014 Landslide cuts major Quito highway to coast-

 Gringo Tree: March 25, 2014
Landslide cuts major Quito highway to coast-
Heavy rains in the northern sierra have triggered landslides that have closed the main highway between Quito and coast. As of this morning, hundreds of vehicles are stranded as efforts to clear the Quito - Santo Domingo highway continue

According to Fabian Uzcátegui, Secretary of Infrastructure, another in three-day series of landslides covered part of the highway Tuesday night, dumping 5,000 more cubic meters onto the roadway.

Uzcátegui said that the landslides have caused a number of injuries, including eight in a bus struck by falling rocks on Monday.

Uzcátegui said that heavy equipment is on the scene and says the roadway is expected to be cleared by afternoon. “The problem is that the ground is saturated and the rain continues to fall,” he said. “It is very likely we will have more slides. All we can do is to keep working and hope for the best.”

A major concern for road crews are loose rocks that continue to drop onto the highway. “We have to consider the safety of our workers,” Uzcátegui said.

Late march to early May is a period of particularly heavy rainfall in the sierra, and a period of frequent landslides.: http://www.cuencahighlife.com/post/2014/03/25/Two-expat-couples-detained-in-the-US-for-tax-violations3b-Foreigners-help-push-symphony-attendence-numbers.aspx

Police Encounter…Stopped and Searched - by Donald Murray

Police Encounter…Stopped and Searched

Posted by Donald Murray 

· Thursday, March 20th, 2014 

· 14 Comments

My cell phone is in a leather case, attached to a lanyard that I wear around my neck. I’ve carried my phone like this for maybe five years. The original case was intended to be worn on a belt so it has a strong metal clip on the backside of the case. I keep my car and motor scooter documents in plastic cases clipped into place behind my cell phone....read more: http://donaldmurrayecuador.com/police-encounter-stopped-and-searched/?fb_action_ids=10152316787180011&fb_action_types=og.likes&fb_source=aggregation&fb_aggregation_id=288381481237582