We just got back from our favorite city, Rio. About a month ago we decided to make one last trip before our big move. I'm so glad we did, it was the perfect goodbye see you later to the city we love. There is something about Rio that makes me smile and my heart feel at home. It's not the most beautiful beach we have ever been to, but there is something special about it. Maybe it's the Brazilian beach culture, or the warm people, or the delicious food, or the fond memories we have made there over the past 5 years...but whatever it is makes it our happy place.
It was a fast trip, but so wonderful. Tae reaffirmed his love the for beach. The whole week leading up to the trip he kept asking for the praia. When we finally landed and got in the taxi his excitement couldn't be contained. Sadly, it was already dark so we headed out for some picanha and called it a night.
The next morning we woke up and headed straight to the beach. Tae was in heaven walking hand in hand with Jess and I my heart was beating with joy, watching my boys wander on Ipanema. One of my favorite times to go to Ipanema is in the morning; when people are walking home from a wild night out, the avid athletes are on their runs, and the surfers are catching the waves.
We spent the day at the beach soaking in the sun, the people, and the vibe. Tae ate his share of sand, cheese, and globos and drank mate and coconut water. He entertained himself the whole time and had a blast running from the waves and rolling in the sand. Elea did her thing...chilled and napped. All in all it was the best day.
We made sure to catch the sunset, a must do while in Rio. Tae played while we enjoyed the views. While playing by the shore Tae spotted a cheese guy headed in after the day's work and called him. He wanted more cheese. The guy was super sweet and stopped to make Tae one last cheese. I couldn't think of a better ending to our trip. :)
