Things I'm grateful for

Whenever one embarks on any journey there's always a few items of concern.

When I told my friends that I was going to India they warned me about the hot weather, spicy food, mosquitoes and food poisoning. I'm grateful to say that I've some how managed to avoid all of these. Of course some new concerns have arisen that I will get to in another post. Now that I'm somewhat settled its now easier for me to look back on my trip and think about the things I've enjoyed.

Two of the greatest things here are the amazing food and the rides on the two-wheelers. I think I've taken for granted the splendor of meals I've been served as I was more concerned about being able to finish them, hahaha. I'm worried that when I get back to the US I'll think all the food is bland. The rides on the two wheelers are always thrilling. This morning I was nearly part of a head to head collision with another motorcycle on the way to the office. I was unaffected. This type of thing is common place on the chaotic roads of India. For a short while we were even driving against traffic.

Some other things I love here are the cheap food prices (huge meals for $2), ghee (an Indian butter), chai, bright colors, tropical fruit, the opportunity to meet inspiring social workers, and the endless opportunity for amazing photographs.