by Robin Sparks | Sep 19, 2004 | Blog
A list of 49 things the author (who doesn’t believe in stereotypical lists) now knows about Brazil. 1. Brazilians sing, all of the time, not always on key, but always with heart. 2. Brazilians know all of the words to all the Brazilian songs. And Brazil is one...
by Robin Sparks | Sep 18, 2004 | Blog
August 30, 2004 I knew it was time to go when I woke up at 4 AM with rows of angry welts on my stomach and dozens of red bumps on my ankles all crying out at once, “Scratch me!” I hadn’t minded all that much the cold showers and the drip drying...
by Robin Sparks | Sep 18, 2004 | Blog
September 18, 2004 Yes, I am back. It’s been two weeks since I got off the plane in San Francisco. And I am just now beginning to recognize the Americana in the mirror. Usually, after a long trip, I hide out long enough to unpack my bags, catch up with mail, pay...
by Robin Sparks | Aug 25, 2004 | Blog
I’m back in Salvador. Arrived with no plans for accommodations…ran into Lourdes walking down the street, Lourdes, my Brazilian friend…who within moments found me a room for $7 a night, just downstairs from my English friend Helena. Yes, in the same...
by Robin Sparks | Aug 24, 2004 | Blog
I am now on the most beautiful tropical island off the coast of Salvador, Brazil…In a pousada overlooking the ocean for $30 a night! Including a bountiful breakfast. Just a 2 hour boat ride to Salvador. No motor vehicles, only sandy streets. And filled with...
by Robin Sparks | Aug 23, 2004 | Blog
Salvador, Brazil. Download.
