I was going to blog about analogies between going off to college and our upcoming vacation to the Galapagos Islands, an expensive, provocative, life-changing destination that shakes it up, inspiring deep scientific thought. 

But I have a more important task tonight: I am trying to locate a venue in the capital of Ecuador where my boys can watch their beloved Lakers in the NBA finals on Tuesday night. 

I appreciate all suggestions…and also your patience – My next entry might not be until after we snorkel with the sea lions.  But by then I will have a lot of material about roommate selection, dining plans and an upcoming local admitted students get-together.