Send me stuff!

Here's my address.  For the first two months at least.

Lindsay Toole , PCT

Cuerpo de Paz

Casilla 17-08-8624

Quito, Ecuador

South America

 

Mail takes about 7-10 days to reach the office in Quito from the U.S. therefore if you plan on sending me letters (Which I hope you do!)  Please number them so I know if I miss one. 

As for receiving packages, it is best if they are kept under 4.4 lbs. and mailed in a padded envelope.  Previous volunteers have reported that this procedure is the best way to avoid customs.  It’s very important that things be sent in padded envelopes to avoid being “accidently” opened and sifted through and/or taken.  Apparently packages over 4.4 lbs are expensive to retrieve from customs.

P.S. Quito is 9,300 feet above sea level.  Problems common in the first few days at a high altitude are headaches, indigestion, and shortness of breath.  Bring it on.