The word saudade in Portuguese signifies a feeling of longing or nostalgia. As temperatures dip and winter is in full swing, it's easy to daydream about warm, sunny days. Lately, I catch my mind drifting off to radiant summer afternoons spent in the Iberian Peninsula. Ahhh, what I'd give to be back in Portugal absorbing rich history, …
Tag: Europe
Allez Les Bleus!
Allez les Bleus!...I'm sure this phrase rings a bell to all of you European football aficionados (soccer, in the US). For those unfamiliar, it's the French roaring cheer to applaud, inspire and energize the French national football (soccer) team. I find it à propos to extend this rally cry to the entire nation and to honor the innocent citizens of the world whose lives …