Morretes, PR, Brasil
1/11/2010
Abrolhos
The wind running across my head and through my hair could be no more pleasant than a kiss from my love, it reminds me that the world is unforgettably beautiful and that freedom is real, and that maybe one day it will “ring from sea to shining sea.”
The walk up the treacherous mountain, stopping every few minutes to stabilize our breath, walking up 90 degree slopes, and up water streams, and through the forest, these are some thoughts from the top of the mountain:
How did we get here? To Brazil? To the world? To this magnificent place?
None of these questions have answers and none of these questions matter. The only things that matter are these sights, this feeling of accomplishment, and this feeling of insurmountable joy.
Conjunto de Marumbi, a mountain chain surrounding Morretes has been climbed by thousands of tourists and even more locals, It’s importance to the small town in Brazil is immense, it is a playground for children to discover the rainforest, to discover the strength of their bodies and the amazing things it can do for you when you push it and pull it up steep mountain sides.
I’ll never forget this wonderful day, the fear I felt climbing down the mountain, sliding instead of walking and ripping holes through my pants. Conversing with a young traveler in French, laughing at myself, and falling and getting back up and doing it all over again.
Marumbi
You have shown me
That anything is possible
For a young girl like me.
Hello Lazzuly!
ReplyDeleteIt is very good to have news from you and I realize you are very happy in discovering the enchantments of this country. I am a moutaineer since the 70's and I can imagine your feeling for Marumbi. Do not forget to contact my sister Ana in Curitiba. The contact information was sent by e-mail. Have a nice stay in Morretes!