Rio de Janeiro 45º

Tony Goes

I wish I could "Fear no more the heat o' the sun".

But how could this be possible if there's no rain, 

we must save energy and the air seems to burn?

Hawk alert

Lately, this lovely hawk has visited our neighborhood . From dawn to dust it can be seen and heard. We hope our birds are safe. They have an attentive guard dog. He barks and bites.

Rio de Janeiro, I love you!

People of Rio de Janeiro were considered the happiest on Earth, in a recent research. The beauty of our beaches, mountains and the symbol of the city must count for it, I'm pretty sure. How can you be sad if you raise your eyes and see Jesus with His arms opened to you? The Christ Redeemer statue reminds us that we are loved and must love in return.

Paraty

Paraty is one of the most beautiful cities at Rio de Janeiro. Even if you don't care about colonial architecture or the wonderful beaches around the village, you still can eat well at different restaurants, or taste a delicious icecream at "Miracolo".

Chilly Rio

Today is so cold in Rio! Cold for "cariocas", of course. When thermometers show 18ºC, we begin to shiver and complain. Particularly, I rejoice. Cups of tea, good books and movies are always available to help us enjoy these rare moments. A chilly breeze suggests its polar origin and I can imagine glaciers, penguins, and seals it kissed before freezing my cheeks. Lovely day!

Botanic Garden - Rio de Janeiro

Mornings at our Botanic Garden are magic and restoring. Walking, talking with a friend, taking pictures, looking at flowers, trees, birds and squirrels, breathing the fresh air, make us brand new, in love with life.

World Aids Day in Rio

In a few moments it'll begin the ceremony of World Aids Day, at the top of Corcovado. Sergio Cabral (Rio de Janeiros's Governor) and José Gomes Temporão (Health Minister) will attend the Mass celebrated by our Bishop, Dom Eusebio Oscar Scheid.
That's what I can see from my window...