Even though we're in the city, cows are not an uncommon sight! Yesterday, 3 came galloping into the orphanage's back yard, followed by a Cholita ("Indian lady") who staked their leashes to the ground.
There are many Cholos (Indians) in Cochabamba, so I was thrilled for the opportunity to finally get some pictures for ya'll! Even though they sell orange juice or pastries on nearly every major corner, I'm not too big on doing the whole, "I'm a tourist and think your outfit is hilarious. Can I take your picture?" Hence, I'm a "cow"ardly photographer. (Mrs. Murphy, I think you're right about me and my puns and cheesy jokes. :) Anyway...
The men wear western clothing. The ladies, however, have quite the dress code! It is extremely uniform: they ALL wear a big velvet skirt, lacy shirt, usually a sweater (no matter how hot it is), cloth on their back (to carry babies or VERY large loads in the market!), 2 long braids, and a hat.
Now you know. :)
The kids loved pestering the cow who they called, "Silvia." She was probably just happy to have someone else swishing the flies off her!
What an entertaining way for the kids to have the grass mowed! Great pictures, even if you were "cow"ardly.
ReplyDeleteNext time you want to take a picture of a Cholita out on the town or in La Cancha or anywhere just offer them a few Bs for the opportunity to take their picture. It works for you and them :)
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