Mariachi bands are one of the things that I love about Latin America. And they show up in the most random places. This morning as I went for my usual run, I was surprised to hear music. Upon entering the reservoir that is a popular running spot in the morning, I discovered the source--a running group was standing in a circle with a full mariachi band serenading them. I wish I had a camera phone so I could upload a picture here, but you will just have to take my word for it. It was the whole band, with trumpets, guitars, and the works, dressed in the tight blue pants and huge Mexican sombreros, busting out a song to a group of sweaty, half-awake runners at 6am. I was about ready to sign up for that running group--who wouldn't want a professional band to serenade you after each run? And then the struck up the familiar tune of "Happy Birthday." I had to smile--someone had a great start to their birthday today: running with friends, getting serenaded as the sun started burning off the mist, and then enjoying a birthday breakfast, which they were all eating as I finished my loop around the reservoir. Happy birthday to whoever that was, and congrats to the great friends who came up with a creative early-morning birthday party.
Resuming the countdown: 54 days until I meet a new niece or nephew!
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And now we're down to about 52 days in that countdown! That sounds like a great Birthday... I wonder if I could hire a band to find you somewhere in Quito on June 8! Thanks for sharing this fun glimpse into a great morning run, Carissa. Wish I'd been trekking around the reservoir with you....ahhh, maybe someday! Hugs and love! ~Sarah
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