Lazy Day

So I decided after all to stay in Cuenca for the day, where, really, I am not doing too much. The group of girls and I that I talked about did a little coperaia in the courtyard, then wandered around the city some. I am having some minor stomach problems, and hence have become dehydrated the last few days, so am feeling rather energy-less. Cuenca is a beautiful city, all cobblestone streets and a lot of colonial architecture. The buildings, like all over Ecuador, are all different colors to some degree, pastel mostly. There are 16 cathedrals/churches in the downtown area -- the newest one of which rivals those that I have seen in Spain or Italy. There are also several markets -- my favorite is a flower market that surrounds one of the churches. Usually there are women all over the streets selling a variety of fruits, though I am not sure what they all are. Lots of small fruits, as opposed to the big fruits, like dragonfruit, that you see around Southeast Asia. A river runs through Cuenca, and seems to be a pretty active city. I was out walking early this morning and there were a number of joggers on the river pathways, and at least one person running some stairs. Made me wish that I had my running clothes! I think I am going to go rest now (though I hate to do that!), or maybe walk along the river again, and hope that my stomach improves for salsa dancing tonight!