Wednesday December 5, 2012

Wednesday December 5/12  update #305

I had all great intentions again today but ended up staying by the camera and the computer.   I did get a pretty decent shot of Tom Thumb, hope you like it.  I spent a lot of time on different variations but kept only this one.

I am just sick!!   I finally had to cancel my proposed photography tour to Saraguro for Dec 21.   I only had 9 others committed but, as soon as I cancelled it, 4 more held up their hand….   These 13 are really keen to go and one couple wants to go with just the 4 of us.   So I am still trying to get something worked out if we can find a 15 passenger van……

I got really upset yesterday and today with GringoTree now gouging expats for 5c a letter to post an ad!   And they think this is fair!!  Gringos sticking it to Gringos is just too common here and I refuse to put up with it.    We have already quit frequenting many Gringo businesses that have priced themselves out of the market.   

I was also very upset with the Saraguro Tourist office who must see dollar signs when they see Gringos.  They quoted us over double the price for a guide and two measly lunches that we would pay here.   

Then family problems over my Mom's care expenses.   I am definitely not a happy camper over that either.

It has not been a good day.    I better go to bed before anything else hits the fan.

That was today’s excitement.   Hugs to all.