What happens when a government starts to run out of money? What are they able to cut out? This is what I noticed when I was living in Brazil… First, goes the parks people. No one is cutting the grass, raking the leaves, pruning the bushes and planting flowers. In terms of importance for human survival and protection,…… Continue reading Life Behind Bars
Why is it that so many people live in cities, but whenever given the chance escape to small towns? Through the history of time, more and more people have been flocking to big cities. But somehow, I feel our hearts long for the tranquility of somewhere less hectic. Somewhere without the background noise of cars, horns, planes, and…… Continue reading Small Towns
1. Bike or run Copacabana & Ipanema on a Sunday – My favorite thing about Rio is that the main road right next to the beach is closed to cars all day Sunday, so that bikers, runners, and outdoor seekers can use it. Nothing quite like enjoying the views of Copacabana and Ipanema using your own two feet to get…… Continue reading Top 5 Things to Do in Rio de Janeiro
Do you ever think about what life would be like as a coconut? As I stroll down the black and white patterned walk of Ipanema, I wonder about the life of these coconuts. Maybe they grew up in a tree a few hours away, were picked off and rolled into a van on the way…… Continue reading I’d Be…a Coconut in Ipanema
The wind starts to pick up off the water. The little tip of the city center in Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, is just about 6 blocks wide. Walking in the middle, you can see the water on both sides. My raincoat zipped fully, I put up my hood, as the rain starts to trickle…… Continue reading Eating Cows in Uruguay
Welcome to the land of meat! Where a chorizo for breakfast may only be ok, if you are a tourist. But the meat is so good, the word “vegetable” might just slip your mind. Where a milanesa, or breaded veal, is the typical lunch food served with some fries or potato. Where a steak can…… Continue reading A Chorizo for Breakfast
Understanding Intent 