As I expected, computer access is inconsistent...so I apologize to all those who have been waiting for a new update (mom, Lauran). Things are going well. My Portuguese improves daily. I am getting good with comprehension, but my speaking still confuses most people. It is funny to think about how rediculus I must sound to them.
Since I last wrote, I have continued with my dance classes. My weekends have been busy. This past Saturday and Sunday (sabado e domingo) I went to a Brazilian wedding. It was hands down the coolest wedding I have ever been to. The party was in the same place as the actual wedding. The entire fest, wedding and party took place at night. The food was never ending, and in multiple locations. The service was amazing, the drink was great, the people were so happy. I had a great time. I went to this wedding with my second host family. Before hand we went to a huge mall in Sao Paulo( the wedding was in Sao Paulo also) and my second host mother and myself got our hair done. It was really cool. It was especially nice to get mine done because I do not have a hair dryer so my hair hasn´t looked too great for some time. ha.
Somethings I have noticed recently:
*not too many people have blue eyes here.
*People do not stop at stop signs.
*Most people drive stick shift
*Almost all the kids in my class wear nikes
How do people my age get around?
Here, the driving age is 18, so it seems that if those younger than that want to get around, they ask for rides. Honestly, there is not a whole lot of walking long distances...and I have seen bikers, but only on the high way on my way to Sao Paulo.
Today, I fell asleep in class, the first time in my life I have ever done that. When I woke up, there was a spider on me... Taught me not to take naps in school...:)
Sounds like you're partying it up and enjoying life! I'm sure your Portuguese is great! I want to hear some the next time I see you. :) Grandma DeLuca's birthday party was a blast. I will email you pictures if you want to see! :)
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