Bree, Lindsey, Ben, Ric, Drew, Kristyn, Kyla, and Lea arrived in Mahabalipuram this morning around 10:00 am. The weather is perfect and it is a beautiful little town near the beach. We were all excited to see some non-Indian and seafood choices on the menu. We spent morning shopping and looking around town as Ben, Bree, and Lindsey finalized the teaching arrangements for next week with our Indian contact, E.K. He was very helpful and kind. It looks as though the plans are pretty solid and we will be able to teach many kids, including some that attend a tsunami surviver school (ironic?) We spent the afternoon visiting temples in the surrounding area. The intricate stone carvings were stunning and it was amazing to see how well they were preserved even post-tsunami. The local Indians were VERY interested in us: we shook too many hands to count and took numerous pictures with them. We look foward to a lovely dinner in one of the beachside restaurants. Lindsey and Kristyn are a little sad to have to leave this paradise in a couple days but are very excited for Maduri. Hope everyone reading had a happy new year,
Lindsey and Kristyn
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I just heard about the bombings in Northeastern India. Was it very close to where you were or where you are going? I keep telling myself you all are fine. Hope your trip to Mamallapuram is save and enjoyable.
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