111 - Walk on the Beach

The sun shone brightly over Rio de Janeiro, and the sea breeze was a refreshing caress on my skin as I walked along the beach with Jaden. The sound of the waves crashing on the sand was almost musical, and the salty smell of the sea was invigorating. I was completely enchanted by the beauty of this place. The golden sand stretched out before us seemed endless, and the deep blue ocean merged with the sky in a stunning horizon.

I was captivated; Rio was beautiful. Much more than I had ever imagined it would be in my entire life. This country was incredible — the food, the people, the cozy warmth.

One thing I noticed was that many typical foods of the country were heavy, the kind of food that makes you want to eat and then sleep.

Jaden was by my side, with a relaxed smile on his face. He was wearing swim trunks and a light T-shirt, while I was in a black bikini — a tip from a shopkeeper to get a tan like a Brazilian — which flaunted a beautiful bikini line underneath, with a transparent b