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India – Farewell. Namaste.
BCD'S INDIA BLOG #9 (Final Entry) I’m home again. And that was no small feat! An email sent ½ way around the world takes seconds; the journey to Vancouver took 61 hours. We’ve got to...
Inquisitive India – What IS this Western Tourist all About?
BCD'S INDIA BLOG #8 Musings from the week Rest assured, I won’t be blogging about “massage” today – Ayurvedic or otherwise . That was a one-shot deal. Just for the record, the reason I shared...
Idiosyncratic India: the Collision of two False Friends, Massage vs. Mod...
BCD'S INDIA BLOG #7 Never the Twain shall meet. I must admit, I’m a bit confused. I’m reminded to cover up. Show no skin, they say. It’s loose, promiscuous and immoral. It’s become synonymous with...
Inattentive India: Communication Breakdown at its Finest
BCD'S INDIA BLOG #6 I had a meltdown Wednesday. It took eleven days to kick in. I’m surprised it didn’t happen sooner. Culture shock’s a funny thing. It steals upon the unsuspecting with silent mirth....
Immaculate India: Catholic School, Day 1 (Hail Mother Mary..!)
BCD'S INDIA BLOG #5 Today is my first day at school. I feel 12 all over again. Remember that unfamiliar anxiety in grade 8 – new school, new kids – wondering if you’ll fit in..?...