We have safely arrived! After nearly 35 hours in airports or planes- we were very graciously greeted (banner & all) in Porto Alegre by Governor Felipe, his assistant Sergio and a wonderful gal, Alcione. Alcione tirelessly translated for us throughout the day and into the night. Muito obrigada!
We then drove from Porto Alegre ~4 hours to Santa Maria. There on the edge of town in a parking lot was held what James coined a Brazilian tailgate party. Many of the host families where there as well as other Rotarians. We were treated to two traditional dress outfits, a mate drink, and a vodka cocktail. Each received equal enthusiasm from us travelers.
After dispersing into our respective locations- Jill, Ann and I met again at the 14th Anniversary for Santa Maria's All-Women club. A neat night, which even at one point included a "man parade"!
Here's hoping that I spelled names correctly & that tonight I get 6-8 hours of sleep! Boa Noite.
Wow, Sounds like a wonderful reception to a very long journey...
ReplyDeleteNoting your visit to the All-Women club - What is a "man parade"? Or is that something that should just stay in Santa Maria?
Ahh Bob- a "man parade" as it was titled was like a male fashion show where the models where Rotarians or their husbands. Fully clothed, I might add! :) Like Jill mentioned they strutted their stuff to U.S. music! Quite entertaining.
ReplyDeleteGlad you made it safely! Thinking of you & wishing you well. :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat a welcome! Glad you have arrived! Keep us posted when you can...
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear you arrived safely - loving reading the blog and hearing about the adventures! More please...
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