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Wednesday the 15th of November 2023:“Uncertainty, Change and Crypto”!!!

13 de March, 2025 No Comments

Rio de Janeiro: 30 degrees, hot, Sunny and slightly overcast. It is the second bank holiday of three, and I have exactly a week until I travel; there are seven days to go and counting. I am not sleeping very well; I don’t usually suffer from insomnia, but since I have been having problems with Yasmin, the quality of my […]

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Tuesday the 14th of November 2023:“The Value of Good Common Sense”!!!

12 de March, 2025 No Comments

Rio de Janeiro: 30 degrees, hot and sunny. It is extremely hot, hotter than usual for this time of year. Yesterday, it was unofficially registered at over 40 degrees; today, it has been no different. I had a dentist appointment for six in the evening, I had to cancel three classes for this appointment as it would be the last […]

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Sunday the 12th of November 2023:“Fatherhood: Love, Disappointment and Self-Awareness”!!!

7 de March, 2025 No Comments

Rio de Janeiro: 28 degrees, hot and very sunny. It is extremely hot now, and we don’t have an air conditioner. I don’t sleep well; I don’t think anyone sleeps well when it’s so hot at night. When I lived in Copacabana, the flat had two air conditioners: one in the living room and another in my bedroom. Whenever Yasmin […]

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Saturday the 11th of November 2023:“The Complexities of Parenting”!!!

5 de March, 2025 No Comments

Rio de Janeiro: 28 degrees, hot and very sunny. Is it worth it? Is it worth having children? What terrible questions! Of course, it is worth it! That should be the answer. But sometimes, I have doubts. Am I paying for what I have planted, or is it worth it? My relationship with my elder daughter is polite and cordial […]

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Friday the 10th of November 2023:“Countdown and Reflection”!!!

4 de March, 2025 No Comments

Rio de Janeiro: 27 degrees, hot and very sunny. It’s Friday, and there are 12 days until I travel. The countdown is on! I’ve already downloaded a KLM app that allows me to organise my flight and all other details, ensuring I don’t get anything wrong on the day. I can check in online a few days before the flight, […]

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Thursday the 9th of November 2023:“International Travel Nowadays”!!!

3 de March, 2025 No Comments

Rio de Janeiro: 32 degrees, hot and very sunny. Today, I reserved and paid for my seat on my flight from Rio to Schiphol. I had already paid for a seat from Schiphol to Birmingham. Stupidly, I thought that it was for both flights. Then I discovered that if you want a preference for where you sit and sleep, especially […]

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Wednesday the 8th of November 2023:“Travel Preparations and Daily Life”!!!

2 de March, 2025 No Comments

Rio de Janeiro: 27 degrees, hot and very sunny. In exactly two weeks from today, I’ll be heading to England. The countdown is on. Well, I genuinely hope it is, and that the 22nd of November will indeed be the actual date of my flight. Why do I mention this? I can’t recall whether I flew to England last time […]

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Tuesday the 7th of November 2023:“Persistence and Completion”!!!

28 de February, 2025 No Comments

Rio de Janeiro: 25 degrees, warm, sunny, and slightly overcast. Tuesdays and Thursdays are my busiest days, as I’m giving presential classes to Dona Vera in Copacabana while also trying to complete my dental treatment before travelling. I had a one o’clock appointment with Dr. Thomas, the dentist. I like him very much. He clearly takes pride in his work […]

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Monday the 6th of November 2023:“From Rio to Birmingham”!!!

26 de February, 2025 No Comments

Rio de Janeiro: 24 degrees, warm, sunny, and slightly overcast. There are 16 days until I travel and leave Brazil, and 17 days until I arrive at Birmingham International Airport. The flights are with KLM. I have flown with them a couple of times before. They were always good, but that was 20 or 30 years ago; I’m not sure […]

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Sunday the 5th of November 2023:“A Lovely Sunday”!!!

25 de February, 2025 No Comments

Rio de Janeiro: 26 degrees, hottish, sunny and a little overcast. Today, I got laid. I believe it’s the first time in three months and with the same person. We’ve had a story for quite a while, but I think something seems to be missing from both sides regarding being truly serious. I have a deep admiration for her. I […]

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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.

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  • 9 de July, 2024

    Tuesday the 25th of July 2023:“Navigating Frustration, Self-Discovery and Moving Forward”!!!

  • 2 de May, 2024

    Wednesday the 28th of June 2023:“Setting Goals for the Second Half of the Year”!!!

  • 25 de September, 2023

    Welcome to Copacabana in Rio de Janeiro!!!

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