We were all surprised at how much there was to do in Quito. We felt we explored the parts of the city that were suited to us. We had a few hiccups finding restaurants for dinner, but it turned out well. On our final full day in Quto, we went to one of the many parks. They had a market going on and you could purchase all sorts of crafts, clothes, jewelery, paintings, etc. The kids loved the park and the weather was fabulous again. Before we left, we watched a girl singing with her father in the park. He played the guitar and she played a flute of sorts...not sure, she stopped and just sang by the time I got closer, but she was talented. It was a lovely ending to the day.

We finally packed up and left the apartment after our week in Quito. Our arranged driver, Washington, met us at the apartment building for the 3+ hour drive to the mountains. He didn't speak any English, so it was another quiet ride. Of course, the kids fell asleep on me immediately. This has become their usual routine to avoid carsickness. I have mastered Spanish for 'The children don't like long car rides. They prefer to sleep.' Unfortunately, they miss the amazing views of the country along the way.