Night One-CHIVA!!

Guest Writer-Jamie M

Our Chariot

When Justin gave us the option to join them for a “surprise cultural experience,”the first evening, none of us were sure what to think. I don’t think anyone had in mind dancing on the back of a truck with cups full of hot jungle juice. It was exactly as fun as it sounds. The DJ blasted through downtown Quito varying speeds, safety, and sanity with a deadly mix of late 90’s hip-hop and Spanish dance music. The locals were surprisingly receptive to our party whistles and sweet dance moves. At some point in the night we stopped at a public park to crown our Chiva King and Queen…and pee. In a video that will make their children cringe, (Editor's note: This video does not exist...) Justin and Shannon showed off their moves at the center of our park-side dance circle. But the night wasn’t over. More drinks and a short bumpy ride found us back at the hotel. We finished up the night at the Beatles themed bar across the street where, I believe, there were flaming drinks involved. We went to bed with the satisfaction of knowing that we were now more culturally aware.

Awkward Dance Circle for the King and Queen