Carnival
In Brazil it has already begun. It started last night. My opinion is it comes from the goddess of the ocean, and ends up in the Sambodromo, and in the spirit of every Brazilian. If you don't already know about it, don't ask, and if you plan to fly down for fat Tuesday without an introduction, then expect the reception that you deserve. For a gringo like you, that would be the woman of your dreams with open arms at the airport… for a price.
For me, as a list member, if you call me on your cell phone while disembarking the airplane in the city of marvels, expecting me to cater to you, don't bother calling me. Some list members did that before, I am letting every list member know now, that what goes around comes around. I am trying to say in a nice way that if you want to know Brazil, if you want to know a Brazilian, you have to lift a finger. I realize that lifting a finger is way beyond comprehension, but that's the rule. Brazil will light up your life if you are capable of letting the light shine on you.
For responsible list members wishing to go to Brazil for Carnival, I can help. If you send me a private e-mail I will answer.
Good luck
Big B