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A Brazlian Friend is Coming Soon- Baby shower for Giovanna

Last Saturday I went to a baby shower for some friends from Brazil who are expecting their first child. Gabriella and Thiago will have a baby girl soon and have chosen the name Giovanna for her. They are excited for Giovanna’s arrival and I know they will be wonderful parents.

Gabriella and Thiago

It was only the second baby shower I have attended, so I am not sure if I can say anything about cultural universals except what I observed when we made a video story for Giovanna. We went around to group adding to a story about Giovanna and when one person mentioned boyfriend Thiago was overwhelmed with a protective father reaction lol.

There were some nervous husbands when Gabriella’s friends put balloons under their shirts for some pictures. On of them put two balloons under her shirt saying she wanted twin boys.

Gabriella and Thiago may be living far from home and family, but Giovanna will have many aunts and uncles willing to spoil her. I am sure she will get a lot of attention from her aunts and uncles living here Lincoln. She will also have an American grandmother Linda who is excited to meet Giovanna.

Thiago with Linda

Gabriella with Linda

Cristiane and Daniel with Thiago's brother Thiciano

some of Giovanna's "uncles" who will help watch out for her

I have a feeling that Giovanna will make a grand entrance in some way such as interrupting her mom and dad during church service or while they are out with friends at a restaurant. When she comes, she will certainly be welcomed by loving parents and all of their excited friends.

me with Gabriella and Thiago

March 3, 2011 - Posted by internationalmatt | Brazilian friends, children, Cross Cultural, Experiences of international friends, International Friendships, Internationals, Uncategorized