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Monday, the 20th of February 2023: “Samba, Carnival and the Importance of Movement”!!!

8 de November, 2023 No Comments

Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: 28 °C, hot and sunny. It was the second and last night of the special league of samba schools’ processions at Sambodromo and the penultimate day of the carnival. It was the middle of the morning, and as Yasmin was not with me, I decided to take a walk along Av. Atlantica by the beach. To […]

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Sunday, the 19th of February 2023: “Second day of Carnival”!!!

7 de November, 2023 No Comments

Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: 28 °C, hot and overcast. No exercise, just up early doing things about the flat. I am feeling slow due to drinking the night before. Not that I was drunk, but I think because of my age and having lost a little of the habit of drinking, my resistance to alcohol is less than when I […]

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Saturday, the 18th of February 2023: “Kicking off Carnival in Copacabana”!!!

6 de November, 2023 No Comments

Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: 32 °C, hot with a clear sky. It is the first day of carnival, and Copacabana is bustling with a diverse mix of people. There are street vendors, tourists from other states and countries, many homeless people, and chicken thieves. It is essential to be cautious and watchful to avoid any theft or harm. I was […]

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ABOUT ME

Welcome to my blog, The Long Gringo!

I am Richard George James Jackson, a British expatriate who has made Brazil his home for over 30 years.
My experiences have taught me about resilience, transformation, and Brazil's enduring spirit.
I have ventured into various business endeavours, from founding a consultancy in the boat and yacht industry to establishing an English language school.
Along the way, I've discovered the vital importance of resilience and the profound impact of transformation.
I'm eager to share my stories and insights on this blog, hoping to inspire and support others on their own journeys.
Thank you for accompanying me on this virtual adventure!

Richard George James Jackson.

Thank you and good reading,

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