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Audrey Above the Crowd

Audrey stands above Grande Plaza in Quito, Ecuador where hundreds of guards and police officers (some in riot gear) assembled for a practice run before Pope Fransisco's visit planned for the following Tuesday. Historic Center, Quito, Ecuador

Nyla's Dessert

After dinner at a restaurant on a rooftop with a 360 degree view, it's time to check out what the local bakery in Quito has to offer for "postre" (dessert). Audrey chooses a beautiful cookie that later stains her mouth, teeth, tongue and all in a vibrant florescent blue. (We are unable to obtain authorization to blog that picture.)

First Night in Quito

Well, we have safely arrived in Quito. The flight came in around 3 pm to gorgeous light on the surrounding hillsides and fields. In this photo, the sun has just set and Quito comes alive in the evening light.