Adventures have abounded since last I wrote. I've ridden in more autos, seen more beautiful buildings, learned that the bright house paint I've been admiring is intended to ward off evil spirits, eaten traditional Indian meals with my hand (turns out lefties can eat right-handed when silverware is not involved), tried to learn how to keep my dupatta (scarf) on my shoulders when I bend down to unbuckle my shoes, re-sprained my ankle, and met many lovely people.
I spent last week being immersed in Indian culture while being hosted by the good, good folks at
Bishop Appasamy College of Arts & Sciences in Coimbatore for half the week. Then one of the faculty members and I took an overnight train into the heart of humidity in Chennai for the rest of the week. It's all been great, and I'll have to save more reflective comments than that for another time.
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| Enjoying a cultural dance program at BACAS. |
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| More tradition during lunch provided by BACAS's catering department. |
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| Banana leaves make great plates! Lots of "gravies" to mix with the rice. |
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| When ice isn't available, cold bags of milk and curd work really well. |
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| Flower seller in Coimbatore. |
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