Phyllis turns 70 today in Ambato

Helen and I got up early and found our way to the calle de flores where we purchased 7 roses, one for each decade.   At breakfast in our luxurious hotel, they brought the roses to the table. 

Now we are wandering the city, meeting Rachael a Peace Corps volunteer for lunch, going to museums and a magnificant cathedral (that would not make Jesus puke...) rebuilt after destruction in an earthquake.   We have twice attempted to go to a botanical garden finally learning that it is closed Monday and Tuesday.   Headed for ice cream midmorning.

Las Abuelas are enjoying the day.

Sara