Sunday, March 17, 2013

Brazilian Beaches

 If these photos start to look like ones I have posted before, don't worry they aren't duplicates.  Just a different week of photos taken in Rio from practically the same vantage point on Copacabana.

Copacabana Beach


favelas
Graham and I toured the H. Stern Workshop of raw gemstones.  H. Stern is the world-renown jeweler, based out of Rio and founded in 1945.  No picture taking was allowed inside of the factory.
Graham went to Connor's birthday party Friday afternoon

Saturday we had a family outing to the beaches of Buzios for a day trip and to admire the beautiful seascapes.

I loved the architecture of this quaint little restaurant in Buzios

Jason was in his glory...he got to drive on a few "dirt roads" as we scouted around the hills/mountains on the island.














Monday, March 4, 2013

Thursday, February 28, 2013

Mardi Gras

Ok, so it wasn't the Carnival that I was hoping to attend...nevertheless, Mardi Gras in Thibodaux is always a fun time with family and close friends.  Carnival in Rio...maybe we will try next year?!




Monday, February 25, 2013

Graham's Nine Month Fun Facts

  What a month of firsts and progress for a little guy!  Each day seems to bring about new discoveries for Graham; and, Jason and I are so happy to be back together again to share in these milestones.

*Graham has plenty of Brazilian admirers!
*We are happy to report that Graham is now sporting two bottom teeth.
*Graham had his first Mardi Gras experience in Louisiana.  (I think we may have to wait until he gets a little older before we take him to experience Carnival in Brazil though.)
*We also took him to the pool and beach for the first time.  He seemed to enjoy both; although, he didn't quite know what to make of the sand at first.
*After Jason's training session in Houston the day after Mardi Gras, we all flew back to Brazil.  This time around was still challenging, but two additional hands went a long way!
*Graham is still mastering his army crawl, but has added a few new tricks to his repertoire.
*He is pulling himself up and eating finger foods on his own. 
*Graham is a master at finding the smallest tag on anything and everything he comes into contact with.  (Luggage, pack-n-play, stuffed animals...you get the picture)
*And, he even had a little bo-bo before leaving Louisiana.  Fortunately, that all seems to be better now.








Sunday, February 24, 2013

The Week In Pictures

Jason  had to spend a few days in the Rio office this past week, so we spent our time soaking up the sun and views too.  Enjoy! (We surely did!) 








If you look closely, you can see the Statue in the distance.

Thursday, February 14, 2013

hugs & kisses & a few prayers too!

 
...and so we finally venture back. please say a few prayers that this flight goes much smoother than the last time...  two additional hands should go a long way  :-)

happy valentine's day everyone!