Friday, Sep 16, 2016
It’s been a nice day. The four of us walked into El Centro and enjoyed an almuerzo. When we finished, Chase wanted to look for some shoes. We went into several stores and he could not find his size. He is a 10 1/2, and here that would be a 44. The largest shoe size we could find anywhere was a 42. He may have to have some he likes brought in from the states.
The people here are shorter, and smaller I guess in stature. People moving here who are tall, or who are large, have a hard time finding clothes that fit. This is another example of limited selection and availability in Ecuador. It’s important to come prepared with the clothes and shoes you will need. Another option is to have what you need made here.
Whether it is clothes or shoes it can be done, and I understand it is relatively inexpensive. My friend gave a seamstress material for a shirt he wanted made. She took apart a shirt he had, to use for the pattern, and made it for him for $10. A much better deal than buying retail here, even with the cost of the material figured in.
Have a great weekend!
Chau.
Hi Todd,
Good to know about the clothes. My wife and I aren’t really big but we’re a little on the taller side at 5’7and 5’8. Will we have a harder time finding clothes? We wear a size 9 and 10 shoe. Sounds like we better bring all the shoes we like!
I loved your story about trying to get Heidi insurance. I better practice my Spanish more !
Have you thought about getting a Spanish translator app on your phone? Would that work or since the Wi-Fi connections aren’t terrific inside buildings maybe not ??
I’m assuming you can only get insurance once you’re a resident and have a
I think summer has turned into fall here in the Seattle area it’s raining today. We haven’t had much rain this summer and it it’s been so nice. That’s why I would live on the coast in Ecuador a little too many great days here in Seattle
have a good weekend too.
Laree
Hi Laree,
I use a Spanish app and it has helped me many, many times. I am getting to the point now where I have enough basic words that I can usually make myself understood…or maybe I just think I can. 😉 If you are going to be traveling on the coast I see no reason for any footwear other than flip flops…maybe sandals if you want to dress-up. 🙂
Emergency medical care is free in Ecuador for anyone who walks into an ED. A cedula, which you can only get as a resident, is required to enroll in the government medical insurance program for doctor appointments and prescriptions.
Todd
Hi again! I was doing a talking text and I see that it missed a couple of words !
I meant to say do you have to have your so Cedula 1st ? And not great days in Seattle (although we do have great days) we have a lot of gray days !
🙂
Laree
Hi !
Thanks for info!
Do you have a Spanish app that you have found most helpful? There are a lot of them out there. I’ve put Google translate on my phone but don’t know if that’s enough??
Thanks,
Laree