Does this bus go to...?

Yesterday was my first full day in Chennai, and I got to experience almost all methods of transportation- walking, auto (which is like a motorcycle/taxi sort of deal), scooter, and bus. The bus was by far the most interesting, especially since Hannah got really bad directions and got us completely lost. The buses here are typically completely packed with people- very, very different than american public transit. We had this fun idea of getting Hannah's video camera and giving a full Indian bus riding experience, so I'll try to upload that at some point so you all can experience the thrill :) I am almost used to the staring..let's just say there aren't many other 5'11, blue-eyed white girls walking around here..haha.Hopefully today we'll do some shopping so I can at least blend in a little more easily, plus the clothes here are so beautiful! Tip to any future Indian traveler: Don't bother bringing too many clothes, you'll already stand out enough and your awesome American clothing will only draw more attention. Also, ask where the bus is going BEFORE you get on..that will prevent you ending up in a random corner of the city.

It's 6:13 AM...a little early, but Christina here has a crazy sleep pattern and apparently doesn't eat so this should be a fun month. haha. I caught her reading Crazy Love this morning..she was up around 2:30. Also, I am in the midst of reading Irresistible Revolution by Shane Claiborne. It is incredible so far, and I think you all should read it :).

Well anyway, that's all for now. Christina will be making a guest blog posting appearance soon..so get ready :)

First Day in India

So, I FINALLY arrived after the grueling 9.5 hour flight from Brussels to Chennai.The first 7 hour flight from New Jersey to Brussels was actually great, I watched lots of movies and enjoyed an airplane breakfast while flying over Dublin listening to James Taylor :). Plane food is definitely an experience, and it got progressively worse the closer I got to my destination..let me just say I don't recommended serving keish on an airplane. But I have arrived safely, and am so glad to see Hannah, Christina, and Jesintha. I haven't really dealt with any jet lag..I mean I think after literally 24 hours of travelling my body doesn't know when it is supposed to sleep anymore. I had my first adventure today, buying eggs from a corner store and riding with Hannah on the scooter to the grocery store. I had a soda called Limca, which is like an interesting type of Sprite. It is very hot, but it's bearable and I am so excited to see more of Chennai later this afternoon. We will be going to different parks and just riding around the city on the scooter (which is interesting considering there are no traffic rules haha), so it should make for a great day, it just feels great to be out of an airplane. Hope everything is great back in the states! 

I'm leavin on a jet plane...

On the plane heading to New Jersey, then it's off to Brussels and finally Chennai. Everything went great at the airport, now I'm looking forward to the next 16 or so of flying :). Hope everyone is having a wonderful Memorial Day weekend! Thanks for all the sweet messages, I'll try to keep you updated.

Until next time,
Abbey

Getting Ready to Head Out

I leave for India in less than 48 hours and couldn't be more excited!! I graduate tonight, and then head out Sunday morning after spending tomorrow with my daddy for his birthday. I can't wait to see Hannah and Christina and to get adjusted in India :)