I went to a caipera (cowboy) party last night with some friends of Nilceia (she had to speack at a church service). One of the guys spoke basic English, so I spoke Spanish when we couldn't understand each other and met in the middle that way. It was fun to be in the presence of church people who knew how to act crazy when the occassion arose.
When we arrived at the farm, there were a group of men building a prison out of tree branches. Apparently, people can turn in "wanted posters" with your name on it, and the local sheriffs chase you down and carry you (literally) off to prison. I only had to go once. :o)
After sampling lots of yummy food prepared by the older women of the church (who I got to meet and greet with kisses before I could touch any of it), there were games like the three-legged race, the ring toss and tug-of-war that took place. Did I mention the mechanical bull? Yeah, I rode it.
Then there was a traditional square dancing type of thing that we did as part of a mock wedding ceremony. It was fun! At times I had no idea what I was doing, but my partner told me (in Portuguese) what to do when directions changed.
So, all this to say it was a good time and I'm glad I did it! Brazilians know how to have fun ... and now I'm off to Rio de Janeiro for a week.
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