Thursday, December 16, 2010

Vou sempre estar aprendendo...

I have learned that sometimes friendship can break through a language barrier.

I have learned that deep down a good portion of people want to travel, but don't think that they have enough money to do so. But I have also learned that traveling does not have to be expensive. There is a way to be frugal, but also enjoy yourself.

I have learned that Brazilians have an innate gene that I am missing that enables them to move their hips and legs to the beat of any musical style.



I have learned that I can survive on purely rice, beans and fruits.

I have learned that for Brazilians soccer isn't just for fun, it's a part of life.

I have learned how to sleep without any sheets and to never complain about the heat in New York ever again.



I have learned that there is something that attracts people to Americans, that for some reason makes them fascinated and eager to learn more (I have yet to determine what exactly it is).

I have learned that people are generally good and that first impressions can often be deceiving.

I have learned more about English grammar than I ever thought possible.

I have learned that teaching has its pros and cons, but it is definitely something I want to continue to do, even if not as a profession.



I have learned that warm milk and cold showers aren't the end of the world.

I have learned to take risks and put myself in uncomfortable situations, because the risk of never taking a chance is worse than the outcome could possibly be.

I have learned it's better to spend more time in fewer places than to see more places in less time.

5 comments:

  1. You have done so much in your life and learned things that some people never learn. We are so happy that this was such a wonderful experience for you.
    Love the picture of you with the boy's soccer team. Can't wait to see you!

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  2. Yeah !!! your mother see us !!! hahahaha and she love it !!! So nice to see that you have liked your travel here in our country... when you want to come back just say it... we always will be happy to have you here again... so.. enjoy your travel to Buenos Aires... and if you can and you gonna see it... take a picure of the Club Athletic River Plate.... my favorite team from Argentina... See you around !!

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  3. I think it's a good idea you continue to teach!! You were so good teacher for us! And I'll miss you, your classes, your histories...everything we were together! Do you remember the caipirinha and the dance in my boyfriend's party? hahahaha...it was awesome!!
    I wish you have a good trip to Argentina and then to your house!! Keep in touch, please!!
    Bye, bye...Come back when you want!!
    XOXO

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  4. I´m gonna miss your classes! Especially the mime!
    keep practicing the dances! 1,2 and 3, 4 hahaha
    Enjoy SP and Buenos Aires :)

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  5. Hey diane life puts us another picture of football, this appeared only my shirt "10", although the current picture was excellent!
    you have e-mail, keep in touch with us, my add on your list there!
    wilian.zanon@hotmail.com kiss!

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