*** Global Relationships and Cultural Exchange ***: Ola from Brazil !!

Tuesday, July 29, 2014

Ola from Brazil !!

Good Evening from Brazil where our cheerful delegation arrived this morning after a long night of transcontinental travel. It has been a wonderful day and already we have had some adventures and have experienced so much! First, we were surprised to have an all-male Ursuline delegation (teachers and students) meet us at the airport in Sao Paulo (wow - that was a first - thanks so much for welcoming us and for being so helpful with our many suitcases and bags!). Then, we took a 4-5 hour bus trip to Ribeirao Preto where our sister school is located. All of the host families were there waiting for us with posters, smiles and open arms. It was exciting to meet and for many to re-connect with their Brazilian sisters!

And what a reception we were given by Colegio Santa Ursula! We were served delicious typical Brazilian snacks and desserts and we all received a very thoughtful gift including an Ursuline Brazil back-pack, water "bag" (not bottle) and Brazilian chocolates - not to mention the special World Cup commemorative issue Guarana, a popular Brazilian soft drink! We were overwhelmed and overjoyed at the reception!

Now, we are all resting for a full day of classes tomorrow - It is exciting to think that we will soon experience a school day in the life of our Brazilian sisters (and brothers!). But for now, we are resting with our host families and are looking forward to telling you more in the days ahead!