Today’s our last day in Hyderabad – how the hell did that happen? I spent the afternoon at the pool reading more of A Discovery of Witches and later tonight we’re having dinner at a hotel in Banjara Hills. Our flight leaves really early in the morning so we have to get up around 4 a.m.
Well, it’s been a crazy adventure and I’m going to miss it here. I know that I have barely scratched the surface in just a month’s time, but I’m certainly leaving with a greater appreciation for this country and its people. The people we’ve met have been so welcoming, from T’s coworkers and the hotel staff to random people we've met along the way. T left work early today and just brought me a gift that his team bought for me - a beautiful jewelry box. They really didn't have to go out of their way to get me something so I was really touched.
I have a feeling that I’m going to be very confused at home. People are driving in the lanes? No one’s honking or banging on the window trying to sell me a sun shade or a bug zapper?! Suburban life just might be a reverse culture shock – haha.
Definitely going to miss the shopping, too! Earlier this week I bought three handmade wooden bangle bracelets, a table runner, earrings and a purse for a total of 25 bucks! If I had more time (and money) I would have bought more clothing here because I love it all. Unfortunately I’ve found that clothes aren’t so cheap, but the fabrics and colors are gorgeous. I especially love the outfits on my Indian soap operas. I wish that I spoke Hindi so I could understand what they’re saying L
On that note, I’ll leave you with the last Bollywood video. I thought it was appropriate!
Thanks for listening to my rambling thoughts over the past month - now it's time to head off to Wills & Kate land…xoxo.
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