Thursday, September 08, 2011

Getting high ... not so much fun!

Altitude sickness - I know it's going to hit me but it doesn't make any difference.  Cusco's altitude is 3400m whereas Mt Koscuiscko (Aust's highest peak) is 2230m.

Initially we both struggled to breath - just don't seem to get enough air.  And walking up a single flight of stairs in Zac's house is cause for a sit down.  Headaches hit me worst .... but I am following Dr Zac's advice and drinking PLENTY of water.

Their new house is a gem .... a house with front and back yard, outside line for laundry (Lex is on the ball and done that already!!) and a nice neighbourhood.  The 'watchey man' (aka local security guard) called in this morning to see Senior Zac.  Lex didn't understand any of the words, other than Senor Zac, and Buenos dias, but we think he was there to collect his monthly payment - s/40


We managed a small walk yesterday to the MegaMart to get some bananas and yoghurt - 2 blocks, but we passed several little stores and restaurants along the way.  Can notice some differences on the shelves in the supermarket - seem to be more pre-packaged and single serve items.  Times are a-changing.

And we've been reunited with our luggage.  Zac managed to get our 3 BIG bags here via transport, so we didn't need to lug them around for the past week.  It is really weeks since we originally packed them to leave Clermont. 


The cleaning lady has been - so the place is nice.  Ready for Milka to return home today.  I feel so spoilt!!  BTW no more polished floors - for those who will remember Milka polishing them in the previous house.  Ceramic tiles that look like timber.

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