Darn. I should have saved my beloved “Girl From Ipanema” video for today’s post, because I was that girl! Well, sorta. I decided to take a pass on the day’s organized tour because I was dying for some exercise and some quiet time. Our guide is fabulous, but being a true Brazilian, she never stops talking. So this morning I took a long walk from our hotel to Ipanema, which is just another beach neighborhood in Rio. It was such a good day!
I sat on these big rocks and watched the surfers
Each neighborhood has its own distinct pattern on the pathway. Here is Ipanema’s.
Here is Copacabana’s
Nothing like a morning at the beach! When I got back to the hotel I was hot and sweaty. So I spent several hours here with my book and some cold coconut water.
As the men in the song said, “ahhhhhhhh”.
Mais Oui Paris 
And when you passed all the men smiled but you didn’t see
great photos
I love you Laura!!!
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The original Girl from Ipanema is about 80 years-old now, so I am glad you’re not that Girl!
Fun! Made those blueberry muffins- yummy! Thanks for that one.
I wish I was there with you. Fantastic photos. I made the muffins as well Delicious!!! Love you…Mark from London
Lucky Girl!