Grandma blogs again

Well, we haven't heard a word from our fishermen, but Leila, Larissa and I are having a ball just doing girl things. I have talked Portuguese until my throat is sore. Yesterday I began telling them my countertop troubles. I explained that after the marble man left the "bombeiro" came to install the faucets, but he couldn't because the holes were in the wrong place. I have given them up to the minute reports of the "bombeiro's" problems and comments, and the need to call in another "bombeiro" for a second opinion. After two days of my stories, Larissa very quietly said, "Mrs. Brown, just one little thing--a bombeiro is a firefighter. The word for plumber is 'encanador.'" We laughed a lot. Leila said she thought it was a little strange that firefighters installed our faucets, but assumed they must do things differently in the US. Just imagine what I may say to the ladies' class on Thursday night!

Then Larissa told the story of her first dorm devotional at ACU. We had helped her move in and had brought some hooks for her closet. At the devotional that night they asked if anyone had anything good that had happened they wanted to share. She was so happy that she raised her hand and with typical Larissa gusto told the group that she now had "hookers" in her closet--that nice Mr. and Mrs. Brown had been so kind to bring her some "hookers." She said the whole group just looked at her. Someone finally realized that she was trying to say "hooks" and explained it to her. She said they didn't call on her much after that.

You can tell we are laughing a lot. However, I did get an email from the supervisor at Bosworth plumbing saying that he had been to the house to look at the sinks, and as far as he is concerned "the countertops are drilled wrong and they need to be re-done." From 6000 miles away, I guess we have a problem. Larissa prayed for the situation tonight at dinner.

I am loving the blog. What a wonderful, fun family we have. I loved getting Lee Ann's update from our house. It sounds like the dog circus continues. I loved hearing from Anda and Trisha also. I can't wait to see everyone and give personal hugs. I am assuming Connor's foot is ok now. I haven't heard much from my sons, however. :)

I had my nails done today--one of my Brazilian treats. Leila explained that the place she was taking me was more expensive, but it was a really nice place. She hesitated but finally told me that it would cost almost $12 to get a french manicure and pedicure. I assured her it was not too outrageous. It was a wonderful experience that tempts me to fly back to Brazil every month or so.:)

April and James, are you getting ready for your cruise. I think I got some documents through email, but I am not going to open it until I get home and have access to a good printer. Be sure to get your passport or birth certificate ready.

I will close for now. I love you all so much.
Love, Mom