Last week Kenny and I asked Jorge Rico if he knew of any local Colombian artists we could visit and possibly purchase art from for our home. So today when Kenny got home from work, Jorge picked us up and took us to meet with two local artists. It was really neat to actually see where these artists live and work and to find out what inspires different pieces of their collections. The first artist we met with, Victor Raul Betancourt, (picture included of him) is an established artist not just here in Colombia but in Europe as well. He was very kind and we actually really like two of his pieces. We then went to meet with the other artist, who had really great work but not too much of it was our style. We don't think Luke enjoyed the art just yet as you can see by the picture of him fast asleep. We asked if Jorge would take us for a great meal, and he surely delivered. The restaurant was in the furniture district of the city and the food was great. I had pork and Kenny had a combination of steak and chicken. Each was served with arepa, potatoes, and yucca and a side of guacamole. The portions were huge and Jorge, being Jorge, took our leftovers for someone in need. Well we're in early today and looking forward to a relaxing night. Oh, and thanks Steve for letting us know about the other market at Santa Barbara. We'll be sure to head back up that way on Sunday.
Kenny, that artist had some hair like you used to in college.....Kramer!
ReplyDeleteHey guys, you don't know me, but I have been following your blog since you arrived. I have three children adopted from FANA. I was drawn to your son because he was born exactly nine years to the day of my son. My son, David, was born on 6/16/00. David saw Luke's picture in the newsletter and thinks it is cool to know they share the same birthday. David's middle name was Samuel as well.
ReplyDeleteI have two girls- ages 13 and 11 and David who is 9. We lived in Colombia three times for our adoptions so your blogs have brought back so many memories. We stayed at Betty's Place while adopting the girls and in a hotel with David. Your apartment looks so so nice- I wish that had been an option for us.
I have enjoyed your photography and blogs about the details of your process. We did many of the same tours and expeditions during our stays. You have been a bit more adventurous than we were. It sounds like the political climate may have calmed or you are not a worrier like me. hahaha!
I love your attitude about your stay in Colombia. I love the way you love your son. It brings me back to those first weeks with my kids- it is magical. I love how the babies quickly attach to the love they feel. I love how you KNOW that this child was meant for you and God orchestrated MANY details to bring you together. Adoption is so powerful. YOu have such a great journey ahead as you watch Luke grow and mature.
Thanks for sharing your story. I love hearing about your daily adventures. When we adopted in '96 and '98 and '00, the internet was soooo new to Colombia that we couldn't even keep a signal long enough to email home. Blogs didn't exist in '96 and digital photography had just arrived. Funny how times change.
Enjoy this time with Luke in Colombia.
Jennie May- Dallas Texas