Day 6: Curitiba

We are tired!  Today we went to church in an area that Paul served his mission.  Although I couldn’t understand the speakers, I had a great time because we were welcomed so lovingly. 

            Elisene made lunch again, Shepard’s pie, potato salad, and rice. What a carb coma!  We then went to one of Paul’s companion’s homes.  He and his wife, Marcos and Tais Velasque are so sweet.  They fed us pinhao nuts that they cook in a pressure cooker, while still in their shells.  I thought it was going to be just like pine nuts at home but the flavor is much milder and they are much larger. 

            At their home, I was included much more in the conversation.  They wanted to know all about Paul and I; how we met, about our wedding, and what we do.  I had the opportunity tonight to speak Portuguese.  I am not good at it by any means, yet they still complimented me every time I tried. 

            I started getting a really bad sore throat tonight, so we came home and I ordered some chicken and rice soup.  Mama- it was the closest thing I could find to your sopita.  It was good, but not as good as my mama’s.  It hit the spot though. 

            We are in for the night and still trying to get settled in to our room.  We’ve been so busy since we’ve been here that we haven’t had time to unpack.  Our week is already filling up fast.  There are lots of people to see.  Should be fun!  Boa Noite!