The rest of the time in Varkala

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Hi, It''s Alia again! I hope you are having a great time back in the Westren hemisphere. I've been having a fantastic time here, and I have lots to write about. Firstly, I want to say that India's hard to get used to, and even now I haven't quite settled in. It's also getting very hard to eat out every day because every resterraunt is the same, with all the same food. Plus, there are flies and mosquitoes everywhere and stray cats and dogs (and mice in the windows) too. But what is also so diffrent is that the people who live here, don't even seem to notice! But enough of my complaining, It's not all bad. In fact, it really is worth all the effort of getting used to the place. For example, as shown in one of the pictures, two nights ago we went to an iIdian dance called Kathakali. i really thought it would be boring-well not the greatest, but when I saw it, it really was quite interesting. Mostly beacause of the way they didn't make many sounds, they just used facial expressions and body movements. Yet they were so good at it, that it all made sense to me. So all in all, like I said before, India's pretty amazing. Write back!

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Photos

Kathakali Dancer
This is one of the dancers we saw who is dressed as the son of the wind god. Because of his costume, you can tell that he is a good character.

Another Beach Picture!
Me, in the late afternoon at Varkala beach.

Comments

[amar]

beach...
hey alia, say hi to your mom for me. The beach sure seems nice, since it has been so cold in Vancouver. No more snow which I am thankful for. How are you managing the bugs/mice? Christie had a baby boy..no name yet. 6lbs 11onz

[Aunt Nancy]

complaining
Hi Alia, Don't tell your parents but it sounds like you might have a thing or two to complain about although as you said you'll probably get used to living such a different life. The beaches look wonderful and your description of the dancing was so interesting. Keep writing and let us know how you're adjusting to being a supertravelor!! Aunt Nancy

[McCrackens]

Hello
Hi Alia - you look great. I am glad to hear that you are having a good time. The dance sounds like it would have been fun to see. It is raining here today and we wish we were with you on the beach. This travel blog is cool - it feels like we are with you. Have fun and we look forward to reading your entries. Say Hi to your mom and dad.

[Bella]

Hi!
Hi Alia-Glad you are having a nice time! The beach looks great-much warmer than here!! I miss you and want to have a playdate and want to give you a kiss. Have fun! From Bella