We've been up in the mountains for a few days with NO cell reception or internet. I have so many pics and stories to update you all on, but I am very fatigued from the long journey. So, since a picture is worth a 1,000 Rupees, here are some of this and that. (Araku Valley pictures to follow soon)
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| First time trying a custard apple |
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| TONS of seeds, but very yummy! Tastes a bit like a pear |
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| This is a sapota. Very fibrous and tasty. |
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| Inside of a sopota. Tastes a bit like an apricot. |
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| Scrambled eggs, toast, and strawberry lasi breakfast |
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| Every Hindu has these arrangements outside their home or business as an offering. |
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| A starchy root boiled and eaten with a little salt or even sugar. |
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| Stairs everywhere! Must be laundry day |
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| Don't freak out moms. This is how the children ride in cars |
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| Oh boy, no easy way around this one. Unfortunately, this is one of the better looking dogs |
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| Our little neighbor girl who comes out to see us as soon as we step outside |
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| Chai break |
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| They serve you tea or coffee in these tiny cups wherever you go |
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| SHOPPING! |
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| Beautiful fabrics that go on for days! |
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| Courtney trying on a sari |
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| Paying for our fabrics, now we just need to visit the tailors |
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| Choosing the design and having our measurements taken |
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| Showing the girls pictures of my friends & family - everyone loves my "brag book" |
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| The finished product. Looking very authentic in their new dresses. Mine is still being stitched -stay tuned! |
I can only imagine how tired you must be with all the traveling. It is not like you hop on the freeway and off the interstate, lol I Love the pictures and the descriptions you give of everything. It makes everything come so true to life it is like I am there. From the pictures of the fruits and food to the Saris! The vibrant colors of the beautiful fabrics makes me want to just come find you and join in the shopping spree. I know that it was a fun time but in the midst of the day that you shopped there are many things you are doing that are mentally hard that you have to prepare in the spirit for. I am so honored and proud of you and the team for doing what you are doing. Stepping in and rising to a call few answer. I am praying and interceding for you. Last night 12/21/11 The spirit was strong and I want you all to know and I am sure you do He is going to take you higher...so proud of you.
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