I am soaking in the pilgrimage as if I were there. Thank you Brooke, Carol,
Della and Noelle for your lovely, detailed descriptions! As our host Anne
Benedict said, “Brazilians make every event a happening.” The biggest, the
best, the most spirited. Fireworks and music abound. It was during the J2A
pilgrimage that Ginny, Kim and Justin were in awe of fireworks that peaked
outside the windows of the hill-top convent following the cheers of tens of
thousands from Estádio do Maracanã. Your World Cup experience is the first
of what will prove to be daily “happenings.” The rhythm of Rio is
transformative. You will soak it in and bring it home. You will see that
Cariocas deserve their reputation as the most charming people in the world.
Your new friends at the Anglican-Episcopal Church of Brazil will write
frequently and visit Atlanta. You will see the Christ Statue from every
vantage point of the city. This too is indelible. Blessings to all.
Thanks, Deb!
