A leap into the unknown

by JOSIANE DINIZ (Brazil)

A leap into the unknown Brazil

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I always had the dream of knowing the sea. I had never traveled alone. I always had the dream of knowing the sea. I had never traveled alone. The last time he had traveled, he was a child. The holidays were coming. I took courage and decided: I will make my dream come true, I am capable. I took my son and without speaking to anyone I went to Parati, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. I was scared at first and thought, "What am I doing? I never did this before, I always let my husband do everything." When we arrived in Angra dos Reis we would have to take another bus to Parati. It was a dream to see those mountains surrounded by water. It was so unreal. My eyes filled with tears when I understood what the sea was. My son was very excited. It was an adventure for him. That was unexpected. I have always been too shy to talk to people. There I had to get in touch with several people. I became friends with the owner of the inn. She took such care of us, me and my son, that I realized that other guests were jealous. I met two wonderful women experienced in travel. They gave me so many tips that made me enjoy our trip even more and spend less. I visited the most beautiful beaches in Parati, but some were missing due to the short time we had. I visited the most beautiful beaches in Parati, but some were missing due to the short time we had. When I put my feet in that cold water and looked at the horizon I thanked God a lot, because it was a unique moment in my whole life. That healed me, because I realized the greatness of God in everything. I felt like never going back to my house. but, I was strengthened with incredible courage while talking to other people. Parati was a starting point, a new page in my life for a wonderful start. My son and I returned fresh. Since then I have lost the fear of the unknown and whenever I have time and some money saved I grab my suitcase and my son and hit the road. nobody else holds me. We are a pair of adventurers now now, hunters of beaches and interesting places. I dreamed again and became a new woman. Right now I am already planning my next trip and of course, organizing every detail with my partner.