Hello to all, I haven't responded to this list for some time now. Many of changes have taken place. most of you don't know me, but I do recognize a few names. I'm not even sure if this is the same list I used to write to. Anyways to recap some of the highlights: -I'm on leave of absence form med school, not planning on ever returning -I'm not going to be involved in the health profession, so to speak, may be a nutritional counseler of raw foods -I'm no longer a vegan raw foodist, actually been eating a little of everything trying to find what works for my body, I lost way to much weight and actually did have an amino acid deficiency, tis true, I guess I couldn't get everything from a plant source or I didn't have the right sources. Anyways, much happier and healthier doing a less restrictive approach and what I consider to be a denser nutritive diet. I'm planning a trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands for June which brings me to a couple questions to anyone with experience in travels to this area or something similar. Actually any pointers would be helpful, tips, etc. I will be going on my own and I desire to buy a ticket and just go, not really plan anything. Maybe a mistake but, I don't want to do some package the predetermines my experiences or chance meetings. Relay me anything that may be of help. I will be attempting to eat raw while I there. Who knows, if I find something I like I may just stay there for a while. Sincerely, Ryan Cormney