Yesterday was all about family. Paca and Fusil (Ceci, Roberto and Virgi's parents) hosted the family for lunch. My relationship with this family spans over 20 years. It is hard to believe that it all came about from making the decision to host an exchange student ... first Ceci, then Roberto, then Virgi coming to Minnesota to stay with Don and Carol, and later Roberto returning with his cousin Javier to earn money to bring home.
To see the littlest members of this family, now, brought tears to my eyes. There is no question that God's hand was involved in building this relationship that now spans to a new generation. I said to Paca: "You have wonderful children." She said to me: "WE have wonderful children," recognizing the role I played in their lives. My wish is that my grandchildren will be able to become part of this extended family.
We were hosted to a magnificent lunch of seafood Paella.
I am posting Youtube video of Paca making the paella. This will help me, or anyone else make this delicious dish.
Today we get down to business.
Should we seriously consider an Ecuador move? Would we (I) be able to adjust? Would the language issue be a barrier that I wouldn't be able to crossover? These are the questions we seek answers to as we meet with expats and others who may help us with our quest for answers.
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