Rio de Janeiro: 24 degrees, warm, sunny, and slightly overcast. There are 16 days until I travel and leave Brazil, and 17 days until I…
From Rio de Janeiro to Birmingham
A Lovely Sunday
Rio de Janeiro: 26 degrees, hottish, sunny and a little overcast. Today, I got laid. I believe it’s the first time in three months and…
Sunday Reflections | Family and Football
Rio de Janeiro: 26 degrees, hottish, sunny and a little overcast. It is early, cool, and windy, with the possibility of rain. I went to…
A Father’s Reflection | Family Tension
Rio de Janeiro: 29°C, hot, sunny and a little overcast. It is the eve of the first of three bank holidays in November. This is…
Fate | Navigating Life’s Uncertainties
As I sit here reflecting on the complexities of life against the backdrop of a sweltering Carioca day, I find myself grappling with the concept…
Wonderful Paraty | Its Amazing History, Culture, and Modern Vibrancy
Nestled on Brazil’s southeastern coast, Paraty is a captivating municipality in the State of Rio de Janeiro. This picturesque town is situated between the lush…
Walking and Talking | Unloading our Hurt
Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: 29 °C, hot, sunny, stuffy and slightly overcast. Today was supposed to be a productive day. I aimed to prepare and…
Brazil on the Brink | The Erosion of A Democracy
Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: 25 °C, hot, sunny and slightly overcast. My recent blog entries have focused on Brazil’s catastrophic and chaotic state at the…
Disorder in Brasília and with its People
Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: 23 °C, warm, sunny and slightly overcast. Brazil’s capital, Brasilia, is in flames, and the whole country will soon be. Let’s…
Considerations Amidst Brazil’s Turmoil
Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: 25oC, hot and Sunny and slightly overcast. It has become clear over the last couple of months, particularly in the previous…