Oh my, waking up after a good night sleep – it just doesn’t get better then that. It is again sunny outside and the morning routine is underway. House is getting swept and mopped (yes all floors are tile so requires daily mopping). Breakfast is on the table – bread – fresh squeezed juice – cheese – and maybe a sweet bread or two. Coffee is awaiting and the house is already a buzz with people. They are in and out of the kitchen continuing on with their daily activities. Luiz’s nieces and nephews as well as the house keeper and Luiz’s grandma’s nurses kids can be found hanging around as well. Playing on the computer , writing, or just playing with each other.

Shortly after lunch, Luiz and I decide to take a ride around town with his brother Junior and then head to his house. We travel around…