Mom and Dad's Visit

They arrived (with a boatload of stuff for Tae!)

In November my parents came down for a visit, it was perfect timing as we had two 4-day weekends in a row.  It was a huge culture shock for them (poo pail and all), and we really appreciate them making the effort to come be a part of our lives in Brazil. The original plan was to go to two places, Paraty and Falls Iguazu, but we decided that would be too much travel and we didn't want to spend tons of time flying so we decided to stay around here and go to Paraty.  

Duo, one of the many restaurants we took them too

It was so great to have them here, something about family just grounds me.  I just felt so at peace the whole time they were here.  It's funny too because I almost felt like it was a little role reversal, my whole life they have taken care of me and while they were here we took care of them.  It was a little hard for them to do things on their own because of the language, not knowing where they were, etc., so it was fun to get to return the favor.  

Just hanging out and being silly of course with some decorating and cookies

Paraty was so fun, but I wish the weather would have been better.  We did have lots of laughs--Ben Gazi, PP, eating until we pop, paella, singing Christmas songs, and many more.  We went to some great restaurants (one twice!) and just enjoyed each other's company.  We all managed to navigate the old cobblestone streets with no falls!  

Unfortunately the weather wasn't too great, but that didn't stop us! 

Lunchbreak on the beach

Mom and dad on a boat

Thanksgiving in Paraty with our family here 

We also spent a lot of time around Cambui, our little neighborhood.  On Saturday morning we headed to the market and introduced them to the people we buy from.  Jess concocted a plan with our little mom and pop store for my parents to just say his name if they needed anything we would pay later.  I really love that man, he thinks of the little things that make life easier.  

Saturday morning pastels at the market 

Walking around the park

Over one of the weekend's our dear friends Pierre and Marina had us over for a churhasco (Brazilian BBQ).  It was wonderful, Jess cooked all the delicious meat and we relaxed and enjoyed.  Mom made cute little sugar cookies with onsies and Tae's name so we snacked on those for dessert.  

Dad and Jess grilling up some picanha 

 Thw two weeks went by way too fast!  The next time they will be back is when little Tae makes his appearance.  By then mom will have the whole 10 hour flight thing down pat.  Thanks mom and dad for the fun visit, we already miss you tons!