I can say a lot about travelling in Brazil
and how challenging it sometimes can be
I can talk about
the differences I see
as I ride along Av. Tiradentes
watching the homeless crack addicts
sleeping on the streets of São Paulo
and put that into contrast to the
the politician who owns a whole island
off Ilhabela or the second homes in Trancoso
with their own helicopter platform
how confusing it can be to try and figure out
if someone actually mean what they say
or is just saying it to be friendly
and to be conscious about staying out
of drama and silly games
and how challenging it is when
appointments keep changing and
how a car ride back to the island
scheduled at 15.00
all of a sudden changes to 16.30
and then gets delayed by another 40 minutes
but I almost always remember
(except for when I’m too tired)
how much love I have for this country
and its people
and how grateful I am for all
I have learned about myself whilst being here
However, most of all
I’m grateful for
the people that have always included me
even as a stranger
They inspire me every day
My Maddy Travel 