Marcela's Cozy Life in Ecuador

Introduction:

City life is a bit different from that in the United States. They have to go to work during the week just like our parents do, but when it is time to take a break or rest, the family and home is their primary choice. Marcela is a woman filled with love for her family and children. She certainly has a heart for teaching, which you can see from how she teaches different things throughout the interview. Marcela is an intern at my host school and English language teacher. When she is not teaching, she enjoys traveling and family time. She believes that the family atmosphere of her country has helped her to become a friendly and caring person today. The comfort of her family and time spent with them gives her the strength needed to face each day.

What is your full name?:

My full name is Marcela Del Jurado Castillo Mueller but, in the United States, it would only be recognized as Marcela Mueller. This is my first name and the last name "Mueller" from my husband. Family names are very important in this country. This is why my full name has the last name of my dad, mom and my husband at the end.

Where do you live? What is your house like?:

I live in the Southwest Guayaquil. This is the largest city in Ecuador. I live in a big house in the middle of a working-class neighborhood. It is very cozy. I live there with my mother and my husband.

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