One time in Riobamba, the weather changed so suddenly that it completely ruined my plans. It was sunny in the morning, so I felt optimistic and decided to go out with some friends. But in the afternoon, there was so much wind and the temperature dropped so quickly that I didn’t enjoy being outside anymore. I had brought so little warm clothing that I started to feel grumpy and uncomfortable. By the time I got home, I was unhappy and even a bit pessimistic about making outdoor plans in the future. That day reminded me how unpredictable the weather in Riobamba can be.