Most of our meals are provided in the seminary's cafeteria, which allows for conversations with students from the seminary and staff. So, that's a great way to practice Spanish while building friendships. However, desserts are not a common occurrence in the dining hall, so Darlene decided it was time to do something about it.
Following class today, she decided to make some of her world famous cinnamon rolls. She consulted with a couple of the missionaries about what adjustments would need to be made given the 9300 ft altitude here in Quito. I knew that all was well when I could smell that familiar (and cherished) aroma outside our apartment. But, what to do with 30 or so cinnamon rolls?
Open house, or open apartment was the answer. We spread word to fellow NILIs that we had some treats and suggested that they drop in and also invite their Latin roommates to drop by sometime this evening. There were about 20 or so students drop by for dessert and conversation. This gave us a chance to extend some hospitality to those seminary students and NILIs that were able to spend some time with us. They seemed to enjoy Darlene's culinary creations a LOT (who doesn't?), and we enjoyed their laughter and joy. We hope to this occasionally. I would like to find a bbq grill so I could cook up some burgers or chicken. I haven't seen a grill around here yet, but will be on the lookout. Too bad that I didn't have room from some of my favorite bbq sauces to pack in the suitcase. For some reason, KC Masterpiece or Carolina Treat have not been spotted in the stores that we've frequented.
Speaking of NILIs, I don't think I've mentioned our new friends. There are 14 people here from the U.S. studying. 10 university students (8 from ONU (Kyle S, Beth, Freddy, Sarah, Jessica, Nelli, Kyle K, Stephanie), 1 from SNU (Alicia...yeah for the home team!) and 1 from MNU (Aaron....yeah for the alma mater!). Then there are 4 of us that are called "Professionals". Dan is a pastor from Michigan, Linda from Orlando, FL and Darlene and me. We are really enjoying being a part of this group.
Tomorrow, a break from class to go to a famous anthropological museum of Ecuador. Ancient indigenous cultures, Incas, Spanish colonial period and more. Should be a good learning experience.
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