The story of race and Brazil is a long and complex one. Not unlike the story found in the US. What makes it especially complex is that Brazilians find their stance on race to be superior to that in the…
Read Moreliving with sickle cell disease, i think in prevention mode everyday. how can i prevent the most pain today? i have a baseline. what i can deal with and what i don’t even notice. this is my everyday. but above…
Read MoreI am living in a friend of a friend’s house here all because I sent an email inquiring about a meeting. Who knew the person who works on all the things I’m interested in would offer me a place to…
Read MoreI got lost again today. It’s to be expected. I’ve only been here a few days after all. When I was in Belgium, Jennifer and I got lost so much. All the time. And I got frustrated. Sometimes because when…
Read MoreI am in Salvador, Bahia for six weeks to participate in more intensive language training and conduct some preliminary research. In the 36 hours I’ve been here, I’ve navigated the route between school and home, had my first guarana, ingested…
Read MoreMy friend the world traveler Ashlie told me in Greece, “You seen one sunset, you’ve seen them all” as she fell asleep on the loveliest of ones in Santorini. I dunno… I think I disagree Ash.
Read MoreMy name is Melissa, and yes I can afford to eat at the same restaurant as you. Boa Noite.
Read MoreTonight I met up with a virtual friend who I had been introduced to a few months ago (via facebook/email) by another friend who insisted we meet due to our similar interests in health in Brazil. Ugo will be in…
Read MoreI am renting a spacious condo in Barra, Salvador-a few minutes from the beach. There are lots of food options and it seems safe enough. I visit the historic center ths weekend and hopefully get in good beach time. …
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