I’m here in Cuba on a concert tour with the Yale Alumni Chorus. (No, I did not go to Yale, but when you sing, you meet some amazing folks who extend some amazing invitations…)
Internet access is too unpredictable in our hotel and our schedule is too jam-packed for more than an occasional brief post, but I promise I will tell all when I return next week. I will tell you that last night’s joint concert with the small but brilliant local Coro de Camara de Matanzas was an experience I will never forget.
In the meantime, a little taste of Cuba –
Oh yeah – Zippy’s Here
Zippy* managed to get through customs (maybe he has relatives here?) and is having a marvelous time. He does want Dr Rob to teach him to drive when he gets home.
He also says to tell you all that he loves the Cuban kids – they always have a smile!
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*For those of you who don’t know him, Zippy the Lobster is a crustacean on a mission to see the world and raise money for Children’s Brain Cancer Research, thanks to the efforts of his adoptive father, Dr Rob. If you’re reading this post, why not donate a few pesos to Zippy’s cause? Maria and Zippy raised over $200 last week when Zippy visited her in New York City. Let’s see if we can top that!
Wow! Wonderful that you have gotten to go to Cuba! Looking forward to your trip updates.
Me too! Great job. Dang…this is the first communist country he's been in. He's always been a little on the red side, though.
How exciting. Look forward to hearing more about Cuba!
Not to be picky, but I thought that travel to Cuba was illegal. Or at least restricted. No?
I think everyone has rights and freedom to see whatever we want …
Certainly, that's desirable, Diseno!
there are restrictions on travel to cuba, but performances are one of the OK reasons for traveling there.
love zippy the lobster!
Ah. Gracias, Kathy.
That sounds like a really cool trip!
Lucy….you have some splaining and some blogging to do!
I cannot wait to hear more when you have the chance to sit and write. Not just about the chorus, but the food! I love Cuban food, and my guess is that you found some interesting dishes that taste great! Pork and black beans! YUM!!
From the pictures you post, it is a little bit sad that this was an advanced nation with respect to infrastructure, and now it looks similar to India.
Glad to see that Zippy the Lobster made his way to Cuba.
Safe travels!
nice places and resources. thank you very much for this post.
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that is an awesome car! i want it!
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This will sound crazy but I have a t-shirt from Guantánamo Bay Naval Base in Cuba. My ex-husband's team did some work there. I get odd looks when I wear it so I've put it away.
I guess it's legal to go there if the government says it's okay. LOL.
nice pictures of cuba and love the recipes and pictures of food on your blog!
Wow, I LOVEd your blog!
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Danielle
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Cant wait to hear all about your trip.