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Thursday, May 28, 2009
Blue Suede Shoes 05-25-09
L'Hombre Factory. The shoes look and smell fabulous. And yes, the prices are fabulous as well.
One of the most amazing places is Orquidario Dinisia. Dino Jose Dorigon, the collector, has over 100 orchids. The oldest/first orchid was a present from his father for his wedding. That orchid dates back 42 years. In addition to the immaculate orchid collection, Dino and his wife owns a beautiful home with a swimming pool and bar on the lower floor.
One of most rewarding experience is visiting the Prefeitura (Mayor). In Farroupilha, we were received by the Mayor and his Vice Mayor (aka Elvis/John Travolta). Our gifts included chocolates and guides to the city.
Here we are jiving at the Elvis Cafe. Elvis (Vice Mayor) was a pleasant surprise.
Although shoes (in addition to diamonds and purses) are a girls' best friend, too much shoe factory tours can be exhausting. Here we are taking a break.
Atacado Wholesale shops.
Kaleb's Vocation 05-24-09
Housing project in Farroupilha. These condos, unlike public housing in Sacramento, are sold to tennants at very affordable prices. The units are very small and consist of 2 bedrooms and one bath. Upgrades are available at an extra cost to the buyer. One of the owners we met was excited about owning her own home. She got teary-eyed just talking about how much it meant to her to own her own home.
The condos are strategically built to be near shopping centers and to take advantage of community activities...such as churrascos.
Slug bug!
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