a few new thoughts from Ariana, that great Woman of the World, during her adventures in Ecuadar with the Peace Corps:

"Coming soon to a city near you. . . .the Mexican pop group phenomenon Rebelde!

"This holiday season, Pierre and Ariana will be traveling all over the country as part of our Rebelde 2006 tour. Pierre has agreed to play all the male parts, and I will be portraying all the female parts. But if anyone wants to perform with us, we will be holding tryouts for the parts of Mia, Roberta, Lupita, Giovanni, Miguel, and Diego.

"As part of my Peace Corps duty in Ecuador, I have studied the music videos of Rebelde and learned a dance number inspired by the song "Soy Rebelde". I will be teaching Pierre the dance too, and we will dance for whoever requests it. Rebelde (Ariana and Pierre) will be performing in the following cities:

New York City: December 16-17
Albany: December 18-20
Las Vegas: December 21-23
San Diego: December 24-27
Detroit: December 28-30
New Year´s Eve: Either NYC or Boston, depending on where people are going to be.

"And then I return to Ecuador on January 2nd. I know that is a very hectic travel schedule for an 18 day trip, but such is the life of a Peace Corps rock star and her favorite groupie =)

"Through our interpretive dance, I hope to teach a litle about what I am doing in the Peace Corps, life in Ecuador, some Spanish, and Latino culture in general. So all your questions will be answered in only 5 minutes =)

"I know it is a little early to try to start making holiday plans, but I want to see as many people as I can when I´m home. So please let me know what your plans are during the holidays so we can figure out how we can get together. I am attaching a photo of my last Rebelde dance troupe, to give you a preview and make you more excited about seeing the real thing for yourself =)

"I´ve been better about updating my blog with photos and stories, check it out if you have time: http://rhiannabanana.blogspot.com/

"Can´t wait to see you all soon! And let me know if there are any specific Ecuador souvenirs you would like me to bring back for you =)

Love,
Ariana"