Brazilian family.

THE FAMILY IS A MIRACLE OF NATURE

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Brazilian Family

• The traditional Brazilian family consisted of a husband, wife and children, and traditional values supported this family structure. However, the family structure has changed somewhat in recent times. Single-parent households are on the increase, and it is quite common to find families with two working spouses. Even with these changes, family values run deep.

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• In the past, Brazilian families tended to be large. When a couple married, the individuality of that couple as a new household was recognized and respected. However, newly married couples were also expected to maintain close family ties and proximity with their extended family, including godparents and godchildren. It is also common for several generations of family to live with one another. Three generations is actually the norm. Family gatherings were, in good times, opportunities for socializing, but these relationships also provided a network which people could turn to in times of trouble or need. These close-knit family ties are still encouraged in Brazil, but how much interaction occurs between family members today is influenced by social and economic factors, just as it is in America and many other parts of the world. Additionally, family comes first in this culture. While Brazilians work hard, their family is more important than their career.

Family Meals

Families typically gather together for meal times; lunch is usually a substantial meal. Traditionally meals were prepared from scratch, and lunch and dinner ended with a strong cup of coffee. The type of food served varies by region, though rice, beans and root vegetables are staples.

The International Day of Families is a globalobservance and not a public holiday.

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