Goodbye Claudia

Well yesterday morning I had the top most uncomfortable conversation in Portuguese. I had to tell Claudia that we were moving to Rio and that I am leaving this week to visit the US for 2 months. Since Nate will still be here for another month we are keeping her working until mid December and then she will be done. I am hoping that I will be able to find her more work in replace of what she is losing with me. I have already found her a guy that needs help so now only two more days to go! 

I can't believe that she has been in my life for a year and a half. While talking to her this morning she started to cry and told me that it's not just the job. She is losing a family and Isabelle is like a daughter to her. Today I gave her some alone time to love on Belle and let her do the afternoon feeding. Belle just absolutely adores her and laughs when Claudia talks to her in Portuguese. Every morning that Claudia works she tells Belle what a Princess she is and that she is loved. 

To be honest I am not sad about leaving Claudia because I guess I always knew that I would be leaving so I never really opened my heart to her. What I am sad about is Belle losing someone who cares about her so much while we are away from family. It was so nice to know that Claudia cared and really does love her. Each weekend I receive text messages asking how Belle is doing and if she slept better. 

Claudia and Belle after Lunch.

We will miss her dearly and forever remember the help she has given us while so far away from family and friends. I know in my heart that she feels the same way. When we are in Rio I hope that we can find someone equally amazing.

Tchau,

Sara