Tell me more! Hi, A friend of mine went back to Candidassa twice to stay in this ashram, in the 80s and I have wanted to stay there and go to Bali ever since. I emailed them about volunteering for a month, and they were very encouraging. SO, I may be there sometime in the next 3 months, April or May. Do you know when the hottest time is to avoid? Or when to go to avoid major insects? Do you need mosquito nets and is there a fan? I know it isn't air conditioned. Sounds wonderful to me too, time for a time out from the US. Nuff said. Would love to hear from you and any more tips, including costs.
Thanks
Wynette
Albany, CA
Hi I had not seen your grandchildren before in such a good photo. They are gorgeous! Now are you going to write the story of Timothy turtle? Toby looks remarkably healthy too!
Maiden voyage I can't believe I am doing this. I do wish you everything you wish yourself. I think you are very brave. Not so much for your travel but for your thoughts. No room for negatives. It was great to see you this trip. Hope we weren't too rough on you. Come again and share some time. Love Anniexxxx
I loved this ashram too Thank you so much for putting these pictures up! I loved this ashram as well. This place was my favorite of all the places in India I traveled.
Ellora We wouldn't have stayed in Ellora if we had known the "quality" of the hotel! However time was short and we wanted to be at the caves by 6.30.a.m. It was wonderful, no one else was there so we had the first 5 or 6 caves to ourselves. What a place to meditate.We treated ourselves to a taxi and I think it took about on hour. Enjoy. So many wonderful sights to see in India, I will be back next year.
Amazing...I'm planning a visit soon. One question, though. Why did you stay at Ellora? Aurangabad isn't too far off. From aurangabad, how did you travel? Bus or car? And how much time did it take? If you don't mind my correcting you, its Ajanta and not Ajunta...sorry!
Hello again Really nice to see your added comments on this blog. Uttam was just asking me if I had heard from/about you. Too bad you had a problem down loading photos. Maybe you can try again from home. Please keep in touch. Best wishes to your daughter. And of course to you.
BUS TRIP! Don't talk to me about bus trips! I have another one coming up tomorrow, an overnighter no less. I may be mad but I'm tough. Regarding the money for the orphanage, it is all held in Australia so don't worry, it is going to the right place and a very worthy cause in deed. Keep in touch. X
your trip Hiya, some good photos Buffy - you are looking great - it must be all those bus rides keeping you "in the pink". You will be pleased to know my money got through at 3rd attempt - to Aus! thought it was sposed to be going to India !
Roger x
All is heavenly in Little Lhasa Hi Roger, yes have landed on my feet yet again. I love dharamsakla even in the monsoon season. Tibetans are wonderful people, I think I may have to visit tibet next year.
Really good to hear from you,
B.
travel log Well IndiaBuffy you do seem to have found somewhere wonderful this time compared with recent experiences and such pleasant travelling conditions Im glad I didnt share . Roger x
Hi
I read some of your blogs....its really interesting and you are doing a very good job.......i am from dharamshala and waiting for your blogs about my city.......
Bravo I'd like to congratulate your friend for the work she is involved in and you for writing your views. Hopefully some people will be inspired to reach out.
Patricia
Which photo? Hi Edward, glad you were able to find my blog. Now which photo do you mean, there are hundreds? As all the photos are of children from where I was teaching, I suppose that means that you are at my old school. Wonderful. I taught the older ones, but in the beginning taught all the children, so I guess you could say that at some time I was their teacher. Hope you are having fun and give my love to all the children and staff. They were great!!!
Oh my God! Hi Beverley. I have found your blog at last. It looks great. Im commenting on the photo of the 4 children. I know that you werent teaching them because i am! How weird is that that you took a photo of the kids i am now teaching. Weird!
Have Fun!
Loving every minute! Dear Pauline, thank you so much for your kind comments. I am really the lucky one. I am in a position where I can actually do this. Wow! I am meeting wonderful people, perhaps making a few lives a little brighter and getting so much out of it, it is incredible. I would say to anyone who is thinking of doing something like this, DO IT! You get more than you give. By the way, new blog updates soon, just got back from Shimla. What a great place.
I've just spent a lovely 1/2 an hour catching up on all the blogs I haven't read for a while. Thanks so much for giving us some insight into how much difference little things can make. I think inside many of us is a need to do what you are doing but very few of us actually get up and do it. You have a special gift!
Many thanks It's so lovely that I have touched a perfect stranger. Most of us in the west live very selfish existences. Don't feel bad, maybe one day you will be able to do something for your countrymen. I consider myself lucky to be able to do this and believe me, the kids give me so much more than I give them. I am honoured to be here.
Room to read Hi IndiaBuffy, Great to keep track of your travels. I came across this site which might interest you: www.roomtoread.org
This charity helps set up libaries in countries around the world.
Also could you send details on how to send you a contribution.
cheers, Roopa
Have been travelling since February and am now working my way south. This has been the most amazing year of my life!
The photo is just me and a few other old birds.... full info
wynette
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Tell me more!
Hi, A friend of mine went back to Candidassa twice to stay in this ashram, in the 80s and I have wanted to stay there and go to Bali ever since. I emailed them about volunteering for a month, and they were very encouraging. SO, I may be there sometime in the next 3 months, April or May. Do you know when the hottest time is to avoid? Or when to go to avoid major insects? Do you need mosquito nets and is there a fan? I know it isn't air conditioned. Sounds wonderful to me too, time for a time out from the US. Nuff said. Would love to hear from you and any more tips, including costs. Thanks Wynette Albany, CA