In many ways this work trip felt different. Usually I go on work trip to prepare/advance a project. This time, I had most meetings unrelated to my project, mostly with my boss in general portfolio. This setting means I don't have a set team to travel with, my schedule is light, I was mostly by … Continue reading Work trip in Sao Paulo reflection. →

We had another fantastic weekend, filled with sweat, smile, and racing. Girls had the last swim meet up for the year in Brasilia which was convenient and the same location as they had their first meet up in Brazil. I still recall the first meet up experience as being not great, especially for Sofia. She … Continue reading Fun active weekend →

It was a busy week. I am writing this post from Recife, an hour away from going to the airport. Quick recap of highlights Monday: Sofia brought all the 10 boxes of homemade cookies to school for her teachers. She did them all by herself and her friend, including the tag and wrapping. Tuesday I … Continue reading Eventful week →

It was a food abundance weekend! The Sunday lunch that I hosted featuring chinese food was a big success! But let me start from the beginning Friday: I stayed home to make sure all the vegetables that could be prepared ahead of time was prepared by Nair. Saturday: the raining season is in full force. … Continue reading Food centered weekend →