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Post by jillywilly65 on Sept 17, 2008 12:51:16 GMT -5
Yeah I was having my morning coffee looking at that dessert in 55 and thought
"hey I need some of that with my coffee".....yumm
And those high rises in Sao Paulo don't even seem real?! It looks like a
model movie set or leggos or something? wow! I think i'd be a lil claustrophobic living in the city there, every window view sees more buildings and windows? eeewwww
I wonder how much Marty got to see.?
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Post by rockfan on Sept 17, 2008 13:13:26 GMT -5
Thanks IWO, for taking us on our own tour of South America  . Very interesting stuff you've been posting. |
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Post by redjasper on Sept 17, 2008 20:29:37 GMT -5
Thanks IWO, for taking us on our own tour of South America . Very interesting stuff you've been posting. My sentiments exactly, Nancy! I'm learning so much on this thread (in between my silly posting - which I can't help, of course  ) Seriously, though - South America has never been at the top of my list for travel destinations - but maybe I'll rethink it after seeing all these magical pics and recipes (thanks IWO & Nancy on those  )  |
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Post by redjasper on Sept 17, 2008 21:01:59 GMT -5
While touring around Wikipedia, my curiousity was piqued by South American country mottos, so I went to check out the Marty tour country motto list. Here we go: Peru: "We are free, may we always be so" Venezuela: "Power to the people" Chile: "By right or might" Argentina: "In Union and Liberty" Uruguay: "Freedom or death" Brazil: "Order and progress" Ecuador: "God, homeland and liberty" Then I got curious about some American mottos ('cuz I'm a Canuck who's hooked on American politics these days) and found some interesting similarities. Check it out: West Virginia: "Mountaineers are always free" Arkansas: "The people rule" Mississippi: "By valor and arms" North Dakota & South Dakota: "Liberty and Union Now and Forever; One and Inseparable" New Hampshire: "Live free or die" I couldn't find matches with every country but the similarities with a few of them is something that I find really interesting. There are so many things in common with people who are making a nation or state happen. Makes me want to spend all my time travelling and reading history books. Modified to say: "Whoa... what's going on in New Hampshire!!! ('cuz I've always wondered about that motto - since I was a kid on vacation driving from Montreal to New Brunswick. It kind of scared me then ....  ... and still does...  ) |
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Post by redjasper on Sept 17, 2008 21:12:30 GMT -5
 Pau brasil tree - it's endangered...  Pau brasil seed pod  pau brasil flowers National tree of Brazil, Caesalpinia echinata, commonly known in Brazil as pau brasil, gave its name to the country. Years of harvesting and reduction of the Atlantic Coastal Forest have reduced this species to the verge of extinction. Exploitation still continues, however, because its extremely dense hardwood is ideal for making bows for stringed musical instruments. I've thought about the rain forest many, many times. I've never thought about individual tree species in Brazil. This was an awakening to find out about the pau brasil tree. |
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Post by IWOmusic on Sept 17, 2008 23:53:33 GMT -5
Cool stuff RJ! I think Illinois motto is "Land of Lincoln"...not necessary as exciting as New Hampshire... |
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Post by IWOmusic on Sept 17, 2008 23:57:05 GMT -5
RIO DE JANEIRO Protected by the widespread arms of the huge Christ the Redeemer statue perched over the city, Rio de Janeiro is known for its beautiful people, beautiful beaches, good dance moves, even better soccer team and thumping carnival. Copacabana and Ipanema are, by far, the most famous beaches. Those attracted by the much-celebrated love of Brazilian beauties for minuscule bikinis should note that while itsy-bitsy doesn’t begin to cover it, actually going topless is illegal in Brazil. |
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Post by IWOmusic on Sept 18, 2008 0:07:22 GMT -5
COPACABANA BEACH (also famous from Barry Manilow song  ) |
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Post by IWOmusic on Sept 18, 2008 0:12:43 GMT -5
IPANEMA BEACH from the air |
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Post by IWOmusic on Sept 18, 2008 0:20:08 GMT -5
...but that's what they're really famous for...itsy-bitsy bikinis, although
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Post by IWOmusic on Sept 18, 2008 0:26:06 GMT -5
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Post by IWOmusic on Sept 18, 2008 0:31:46 GMT -5
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Post by IWOmusic on Sept 18, 2008 0:48:00 GMT -5
Batida Drinks One important note of emphasis is that Brazilians always use fresh fruits and juices in everything they make. At home, on the beach, in the bar, fresh fruit and juice is the only way. The fruit is cheaper than any pre-made mix and they are plentiful and available all year round and Brazilians make use of all of them. Any other way would not even be considered. |
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Post by hammeredham on Sept 18, 2008 16:52:11 GMT -5
So, before we'll move to another country let's have a drink to toast this unbelievable adventure ....in a true fashion Chilean style!!!  We might contemplate a few choices here... <snip> Interesting Fact Chilean Red Wine - Carmenere The Carmenere grape variety was once heavily planted in the Bordeaux region of France. Nowadays, it is almost impossible to find Carmenere in Bordeaux as a Phylloxera plague in 1867 nearly destroyed all the vineyards of Europe. Fortunately, this grape variety was imported into Chile in 1850, so it wasn't wiped out when the plague attacked. Until recent times, wine lovers had forgotten that Carmenere had survived in Chile. It was often mistaken for and sold as Merlot before its true identity was rediscovered. Salute Amigos! Iwo - thanks for posting the bit about the wine, actually knew that one and have had some when I can find it locally. VERRRRY good stuff !!!! Seems like it is often used in blends that create different versions or tastes and so far, I've liked them all. Don't recall if anyone sells a wine that is straight Carmenere here in the states - if you know one, pass the info along to us all. HH Nothing like following up your own post.  Not being, per se, an "advertisement" but BBE reminds me that a brand called "PKNT" is Carmenere, and I also found one called "Casa Silva" that is. Under the brand name of "Oops" they have several blends, like Carmenere and Merlot, etc. The PKNT is available up around Chicago - we had some at "The Black Duck" when that whole bunch of Hammerheads was there for Hammerfest. That one was VERRRRRY tasty, but unfortunately I have yet to see it anywhere around where I live. We can get the "Oops" here, and those blends are actually quite nice too. I have not had the chance to try the "Casa Silva" yet. I think they all are imported from Chile although the "Oops" blends might be part from Chile and the other part of the blend from here in the states or elsewhere. Not sure. I would say that if you like red wines like Merlot you will probably *REALLY* like Carmenere. I'm not a super knowledgeable wine person, I just know what I like plus a little bit of information. HH |
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Post by jillywilly65 on Sept 18, 2008 20:29:36 GMT -5
Hey Umm Iwo I don't remember giving you permission to use a picture of my backside there in post 69?? hey not since I was 12 have I seen that kind of skin on me!! |
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Post by IWOmusic on Sept 18, 2008 23:59:43 GMT -5
Hey Umm Iwo I don't remember giving you permission to use a picture of my backside there in post 69?? hey not since I was 12 have I seen that kind of skin on me!! May I have your permission Jilly? |
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Post by IWOmusic on Sept 19, 2008 0:37:57 GMT -5
AMAZONIAN RAINFOREST occupies 1.4 billion acres, its located within nine countries. 60% belongs to BRAZIL
NASA pictue of the mighty Amazon river
The Amazonian Rainforest gives us almost 1/4 of the oxygen on Earth, but it is striving to survive as a biome for the next 100 years. The question is, will rainforests be cut down to fill the need of human shelter? Or, will rainforests be saved by high density residences and green alternatives. Hopefully, rainforests might not be cut down for the demand of commercial business, nor the need of human residence.
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Post by jillywilly65 on Sept 19, 2008 7:19:43 GMT -5
Heck Iwo if that was my body I'd be wearing that bikini everyday and go shopping in it! Gosh to be young and thin again...  These rainforest pics are breathtaking!!! I wonder what they smell like and sound like? I bet it's peaceful....... |
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Post by IWOmusic on Sept 19, 2008 22:45:39 GMT -5
Heck Iwo if that was my body I'd be wearing that bikini everyday and go shopping in it! Gosh to be young and thin again... These rainforest pics are breathtaking!!! I wonder what they smell like and sound like? I bet it's peaceful....... LOL You can google rainforest sounds, there are plenty under relaxation category... |
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Post by IWOmusic on Sept 20, 2008 1:01:14 GMT -5
SEVENTH STOP - ECUADOR QUITO
city is surrounded by volcanoes
traveling wedding band.. |
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