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Sorry, Internet has been down for several days! To be brief, I have had many eventful experiences thus far. No jet lag to speak of, (which is unusual for most) has aloud me to jump right into exploring India.
First and foremost, traffic is crazy! Cars,buses,taxis,and bikes all trying to get somewhere...fast! No format - just weaving and converging into one flow of traffic, each vehicle having no regard for the next. You must just trust your driver!
I have been to proper shops. Stores that have actual price tags on their merchandise. No bargaining at a proper shop. The fabrics are beautiful! The scarf shop,unbelievably loaded with unique options. Sari shopping was fun. Women buy saris much like we buy new dresses. All shops are operated by Indian men. So to have these men wait on you and wrap you in a sari is quite awkward. But the finished product is quite magical. So yes, I got sucked in, a purchased a sari. It is being stitched for me so that I will be able to wrap it a bit easier than most traditional ones.
The food is not what I expected. Actually very good. I have eaten at authentic Indian restaurants, some dishes spicy and some not so much. I had lunch one day at the Italian Embassy Cultural Gardens. Pasta to die for! Today I joined a group of Naomi's friends and cooked a Malaysian lunch. Mee Goreng, Gado Gado with peanut sauce, and Vindaloo.
I visited the INA Market. This is a one stop shopping experience. Anything from groceries to tupperware, shoes, fabric,and accessories. Also fresh meat and fish, butchered or cleaned while you wait! Shelves were stacked to the ceiling. Bags full of spices and rice. Fresh produce.
Yesterday I visited the Gurudwaray Bangla Sahib - Sikh Temple - Langar hall kitchen
 Indian temple of worship.  Must cover head ,take off shoes, and wash feet upon entrance .  Langar hall kitchen feeds the poor much like our soup kitchens.  Got to see the kitchen at work. Even received an invite to stay for lunch, but we didn't. India has a very welcoming people.
Just a few highlights in a weeks time. Days are passing quickly. I have not crossed paths with any elephants yet,but have seen monkeys in the trees. Many stray dogs roaming the streets! Would love to pack them up and bring them home.
The climate is perfect. Not too hot and not too cool. No rain and plenty of sunshine....when the fog breaks! Hope I am missing lots of snow!