Construction that is going on outside my window

June 17th 2013
It takes time to adjust to heat, humidity and smells of Dhaka. The City slows down between 2 AM and 4:30 AM then it is call to prayer. The sounds from my bedroom window begin most mornings at 0700 and are those of industry - primarily construction. The sound of hammer hitting brick and sand being scooped into a bag. There are very conversations heard on the work site outside my window. My "apartme ... read more

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Bangladesh came into existence in 1971 when Bengali East Pakistan seceded from its union with West Pakistan. About a third of this extremely poor country floods annually during the monsoon rainy season, hampering economic development.... ... read more

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Shirley Pidwysocki Clarke

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I am teaching a nursing course in Bangladesh at the International University of Business, Agriculture and Technology (IUBAT). I will not be alone as four students are joining me for the next six weeks. During this time we will be on adventures that will highlight the work of some of the NGOs working in the country. I will also try to share the experience of living with 156 million people. I have traveled a lot with Stan, but this is my first adventure on my own in along time. I hope you enjoy the sights of Dhaka and Bangladesh... full info

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