Back from India

Namaste,

A fitting greeting after spending about 5 weeks in India. This was the trip I was referring earlier and not the San Diego trip!. This time we flew in Luftansa airlines from Boston to Frankfurt. After keeping amma (mom) busy for over 7 hours of wait time in Frankfurt we got on the Bangalore flight. Bhavya maama, Anjali atte and Ammamma had come to airport to pick us up. The temperature was 65 or so, we were sweating while everyone in the airport was dressed in mufflers, shawls and sweaters. They just don't know what cold is!

I spent a couple of days in Bangalore, went to Mysore to see my cousins Sannidhi and Saanidhya. Had a blast with Bhavana doddamma and before I knew it, it was time for the trip to Mangalore. Urva Ajja and dodda where waiting and I was very happy to see all the toys and my other cousin Saatvik. I decided he would be my guide around Mangalore during all the events.

After a few days in Mangalore, we went to Udupi and saw the new house being constructed at Siri Ajja's place. Hoy!, playing in sand was the best pass time. Udupi was in full festive mood when we were there. I saw a few chariots, elephants and the god's procession. All exciting experiences. Also I saw a Yakshagana and had a chance to give High 5's to few characters.

Appa came during the last two weeks to get some testing done and participate in some functions. All in all, I could not believe we had spent almost 5 weeks outside the USA and before I knew it, it was time to pack up and come home. We came back and the the cold winter welcomed us. Bzzzz. it is cold....

Bundle up folks,

Saaranga