Progressively Louder Laughter

Day 8 I take an Uber from Recreio to do some sightseeing in Rio proper with Chris. I am not one for touristy type stuff, but Rio is just so striking to me- this juxtaposition of city and nature. It finds a way to endear… Read More

Day 7 started by going into the main strip of Recreio with my friend from the hostel, Louise. While walking back to the hostel, we pass a very smelly canal which contains several alligators/crocodiles (not sure which one it is). It’s very bizarre and jarring,… Read More

Waking up and feeling quite exhausted, I nearly opted out of my surfing lesson. The sky is overcast, reminding me of the heavy books I had decided to pack in my backpack; I can hear them calling my name. One of the girls who works… Read More