Published: June 29th 2009
May 28th 2009
May 28th 2009
As I exited the Mumbai airport in the backseat of a classic 30 year-old non air-conditioned corroding cab and drove towards the city, my brain struggled to process the superabundance of stimuli it was receiving. Out the open window I was introduced to the heat, the dirt, the crowds, the traffic, the noise, the cows, the dogs, the goats, the poor, the rich, the slums, the rising new shiny buildings... Read Full Entry
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In 1951, the Nepalese monarch ended the century-old system of rule by hereditary premiers and instituted a cabinet system of government. Reforms in 1990 established a multiparty democracy within the framework of a constitutional monarchy. A Maoist in...more info
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Scenes From Varanasi
Descending to the Ganga.
Scenes From Varanasi
At 5AM, this fisherman sets off to gather his catch from the Mother Ganga.
Scenes From Varanasi
Vegetables going to market.
Varanasi
This bicycle rickshaw driver enthusiastically hoped I could give him a US coin. After searching my bag I found none, but did retrieve an old Obama campaign sticker someone had given me. This sticker is now being displayed all over Varanasi.
Varanasi
I have presented many pictures of animals, but this one is ridiculous. Supposedly, one day this bull walked into this shop and found it very comfortable. The owner took this as an auspicious sign and the bull has been welcomed back ever since.
Varanasi
I can't say I understand how people joyfully enter that water each day, but this place, just like the rest of India is an incredibly fascinating part of the world. I spent over two months roaming the country and was intrigued left and right. India isn't just another country, it really holds a place in its own category and I'm very glad I came here. My next move was up to the Himalayas of Nepal. Thank you India. Namaste.
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Date: 5th July 2009
India
That is just fabulous that you hang out with the kids playing crickets. It sounded like they were outcasts. I guess the caste system still exist in India to this extent. In my assessment of the policeman's behavior, he didn't want a foreigner to be around these "slumdogs" because your presence there elevates their status to a certain degree and he doesn't like that at all. Your stay at Sivananda Ashram down in Kerala came across as if you were living the life of a monk or an ascetic. You never did mention what the "purpose and significance of the more unusual rules" were. I am truly envious that you are able to sit in meditation without bodily pain. Sitting meditation is a method that can lead to enlightenment. Ponder on this comment "Amidst a thought, there is no thought."
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That is just fabulous that you hang out with the kids playing crickets. It sounded like they were outcasts. I guess the caste system still exist in India to this extent. In my assessment of the policeman's behavior, he didn't want a foreigner to be around these "slumdogs" because your presence there elevates their status to a certain degree and he doesn't like that at all. Your stay at Sivananda Ashram down in Kerala came across as if you were living the life of a monk or an ascetic. You never did mention what the "purpose and significance of the more unusual rules" were. I am truly envious that you are able to sit in meditation without bodily pain. Sitting meditation is a method that can lead to enlightenment. Ponder on this comment "Amidst a thought, there is no thought."
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Date: 8th July 2009
bloody ripper mate.
love your story mate, very entertaining (bollywood and the shirt) and informative (i didn't know monkeys through rocks when they fight). hope ya gunna right one about nepal and tibet, take it easy mate, happy travels
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bloody ripper mate.
love your story mate, very entertaining (bollywood and the shirt) and informative (i didn't know monkeys through rocks when they fight). hope ya gunna right one about nepal and tibet, take it easy mate, happy travels
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Ed- As always this was fascinating. I look forward to talking about all this with you in person when you are back in the states. In the meantime - since you read a bunch, can you recommend any books? I'm always in the market for new stuff. Keep it up and enjoy this leg of your trip.
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