Peeps. Exhaustion is setting in, again. I think that nightly outings--drinks, dancing, etc.--is starting to wear on me; however, this will not stop me from engaging in these very same activities for the next four nights (lots of fun plans coming up). Two birthdays, a trip to another town (Cachoiera, on Sat.), ballet folclórico, and Seu Jorge concert Sunday. Hoorah!
So. After having some minor "what is my project" thoughts I have found something: I went to another dance class last night and realized that I can do a comparative ethnography while I'm here. Afro-Brazilian Dance, Brazilian Funk, Dança de Salao and all in different environments: Community Center, University and Gym. I'm very excited and have new enthusiasm for research, which clearly was waning when I realized that I really don't have any argument to make. I still have no real argument but my new grad school buddies here reminded me that this is the point of research, no?
Anyhow. Life is mostly grand. I continue to be enamored with Salvador and am now starting to rethink my life plans, where/how I will write my dissertation and what is important to me. Sounds dramatic no? Well. It isn't, it's just that I'm high.
Things at home remain the same, still a little tense, and I'm still feeling worn out by the amount of walking that I'm doing--I figured it's about 25 miles a week--but I've been running more to balance it out and just feeling more settled here in general.
Aagghh.
5 comments:
Piú giú, in fondo alla Tuscolana...!?...passavo per un saluto!
I love the idea and I can't wait to hear more about it. Although you're tired and have some low moments, you're overall excitement keeps coming through. Will you be wanting do Happy Hour - or have a drinks (water for me of course) - at one of the outdoor patios when you get home to keep up this new lifestyle? I love reading your postings!
much love to you chiquilla,
Mandy (and Aaron too!)
nothing like experiencing an intellectual eureka while in the trenches. way to go! btw, i think you may be doing enough partying for the both of us while down there. well... maybe not. <3
OMI!! Sorry took me sooo long. It sounds amazing, I can't even imagine what I would do with an opportunity like this. All the dancing, wow, awesome:). Why the groping of the hair though? I thought for sure you would cut it... and what is this about a tattoo you got before your marathon!! Your turning into a tattoo addict. I think they have an A for that. I'll find you a meeting before you become the tattooed lady.
I love you and miss you. I am so happy for you. Oh my friend, I am sending you a biiggg hug.
Glad to be in touch!
Jennie Faye
pueoh lanai okole!
I'll come along for the water with Mandy when you get home! Although I'm pretty sure that I wouldn't be able to stay out past 10pm. jijijij.
I'm glad you're having a great time and having aha moments. AHA!
Much love to you!
Kelly
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