Today I was up very early as I had slept so much yesterday. I went for an early morning walk at 6 pm along Marine Drive by the sea. It is the only time of day to jog!! Tomorrow I jog! I saw the set up for a big road race for 8 AM, returned to have breakfast for $4....two omelettes , tea, banana and toast! Then went out and took pics of the race. It was organized by the local university. I had such fun as they all walked...no serious running here. Lots of placards, and high spirits, yelling etc as you can see in the pics. I chatted to a lady in white who turned out to be a university professor. She indicated that the walk organizers were coming by so I took a pic of them, as you can see. They were very nice. I felt so "Indian"....such warm and loving people!! The positives are everywhere, and mostly outweigh any negatives. Such a rich culture. The run was for unity. It seems to me that English unifies this country, as they are all so different in language and cultural backgrounds. My two engineering friends from yesterday were only friends as they attend university together. One is from the north, and the other in the south at Kerala, yet Indians. Yet speak different languages. Then I had a frustrating day trying to draw money. I changed banking accounts and now can't draw any money. Emailed my manager so hope I will next week!! Apple store helped me sort out a few technical problems too along the way. I had a small lunch at my favourite Indian Summer restaurant. I ordered dosas and an excellent salad of sprouted beans, pineapple, peppers....to die for at a to die for price!! See this pic!
I hope to leave here for cheaper accommodation next week, but must be air conditioned. My engineering friends know the best websites for decent cheap accommodation here. I met up with my Indian friends tonight. We sat on the promenade. Kids came by and brought their Halloween candy to give to us!! The family, including the wife were lovely, as you can see in the pics below. Try watermelon juice with vanilla ice cream!! The lift is centuries old and operated by the lift guy. He switches on AC in the lift....only takes about three people!!
The traffic....is utterly amazing, hooting 24/7 and pedestrians all mixed up with the cars....I can't believe no-one has been hurt. No dawdling here crossing the road!! I went out to supper at an Indian vegetarian restaurant. Great food again, and took the pic of Hindu god.
Hi Dave, I would love to smell all of those fragrant flowers that you speak of.....I love flowers!!! India looks like an amazing place with such an intense treat for all of the senses. So neat that you are eating at some local restaurants and tasting all of the authentic fare....I love Indian food....just not sure how authentic the food is here in Edmonton Indian restaurants compared to India!!! People really are what make a place special....so it sounds like India has that in spades. I try to check your blog daily, so look forward to all that you have to share with us...Take care.
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