First Impressions:
So far, India has been wonderful and not as much of a culture shock as I thought it would be. Partially due to the fact that I am in Hyderabad, which is fairly developed compared to other parts of India and partially because I just had Subway for lunch. I also have some very good news, I do not think I will be melting into a puddle anytime soon. Although it is very hot, a nice 93-100 degrees Fahrenheit, it is not humid. Thank the almighty lord. Therefore, praying that all goes well in Nepal, I should come back relatively unscathed.
There are so many people milling about and little to no sidewalks anywhere; it's a wonder people don't get run over. Crossing the street today for the first time was terrifying, and I mean that in the most exciting and thrilling way possible. After I thought I had 'crossed' the street one of these lovely rickshaws was in my path only to be followed by a motorcycle. California drivers got nothing on these guys!
Perhaps the most exciting thing that happened this week was walking into the office and realizing I would be working on the set of Office Space. Excuse me, I believe you have my stapler...
- There are so many people.
- That lovely bonfire smell I love and wish they would make into cologne, is actually burning trash.
- Traffic control or traffic lights or stop signs or crosswalks, for that matter, are nonexistent. Proceed across the street at your own risk.
- The local Subway smells exactly like the one at home.
- It is very hot.
So far, India has been wonderful and not as much of a culture shock as I thought it would be. Partially due to the fact that I am in Hyderabad, which is fairly developed compared to other parts of India and partially because I just had Subway for lunch. I also have some very good news, I do not think I will be melting into a puddle anytime soon. Although it is very hot, a nice 93-100 degrees Fahrenheit, it is not humid. Thank the almighty lord. Therefore, praying that all goes well in Nepal, I should come back relatively unscathed.
There are so many people milling about and little to no sidewalks anywhere; it's a wonder people don't get run over. Crossing the street today for the first time was terrifying, and I mean that in the most exciting and thrilling way possible. After I thought I had 'crossed' the street one of these lovely rickshaws was in my path only to be followed by a motorcycle. California drivers got nothing on these guys!
Perhaps the most exciting thing that happened this week was walking into the office and realizing I would be working on the set of Office Space. Excuse me, I believe you have my stapler...
I also have some very good news to share, I am handling my spicy food very well. Successful week so far what with the handling of spicy food and crossing busy streets.
Until next week!
