When John said he really wanted to go to India, my first thought was “it’s so far and so long”. Now that I’m on the bus heading to Boston, I’m just praying the BLIZZARD doesn’t interfere.
But I’m ready. I WANT to go to India. It’s been a hard year for so many reasons and I’m looking forward to the enthusiasm of Indian folks. The sheer joy of the moment.
Our flight couldn’t have gone any better! We had any empty seat between us on BOTH legs of our flight. Arrivals were ahead of schedule.
Stepping out into the rank fumes of Mumbai was somehow reassuringly familiar. I’ve come a long way from that first visit to Mumbai nearly 10 years ago when I holed up in my hotel room and cried for two days! Yes. Arrival in Mumbai felt nostalgic and welcoming.
We are staying in Colaba for two days and a quick stroll turned up our old friend Shankar. He is a cobbler with a small business out on the road. His vibrant smile and joyful gratitude first attracted our attention ten years ago and we have been keeping in touch over the years. During this visit we look forward to meeting his wife and seven children!
I woke up at 5:30 am (wide awake) thanks to the absolutely bizarre experience of flying across the world. But the schedule was on our side having arrived in Mumbai at night.
My goal for the day is to have Vada Pav and check out if this incredible kabob spot is still around later tonight.
Safe travels my friend!
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