Let’s say you’re an actor or producer. You’re going to be in Patagonia for the next two months, filming a romantic thriller. Most of the crew speaks Spanish. You’ll…
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Tag Archives: Portuguese
Acquiring Skills After Graduation
December 2009—what a time that was! After four years of blood, sweat, and tears (tears mainly), I finally saw the light at the end of the tunnel. I could…
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Finding a Hobby
Remember how it seemed that, coming up through school, everybody found a hobby-turned-passion? There was the girl who played the violin so well Stradivarius himself would’ve been proud. Another…
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International Santas: Papai Noel Arrives in Style
Have you ever heard of Papai Noel? He’s a big part of Christmas celebrations in Brazil, where Christmas comes in the summertime. Unlike European Santas, Papai Noel sometimes dresses…
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Giving Portuguese a Try
Since I took Spanish for 11-plus years in school, using the usual supplies like paper, pencils, books, and the like is pretty much second nature for me. Certainly the…
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I made up for 44 years in one month with Rosetta Stone
I left Brazil 45 years ago, and had not spoken Portuguese for over 44 years. My daughter moved to Salvador Brazil about five years ago with my two grandchildren….
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I “officially” speak Portuguese!
I work for Walt Disney World in Orlando Florida. Every summer we are inundated with large numbers of tour groups…
Creating New Neuro-Pathways
I suffered a traumatic brain injury in May 2006. I’ve been limited in physical and cognitive activities after my injury…
