The Headless Santa

Right outside the entrance to the tomb of St. Thomas

A Chennai Introduction: a Headless Santa

December 11th 2015
There's something about the first few hours traveling in a foreign country. I've felt it so many times--exhaustion from the long flight, unsettled stomach, a bit of anxiety, eagerness and excitement over embracing a new adventure. But these first few hours--the day after I landed in Chennai--were different. It is, after all, my triumphant return to India. I first visited 40 years ago as a unive ... read more

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Theresa "Terry" Nichols

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I thrive on travel. I love to put myself in situations that knock me in the head, shake me up, force me to bless the moment of misunderstanding or of revelation. These times come easily when I travel. I've wandered India, Central America, and Southeast Asia, and I am thankful to the hundreds of people along the way who have eased my passage, delighted my senses, touched my heart. I love to share these journeys, because these special moments are not just for me, but for my friends, family, and vicarious travelers alike. I shall do my best to embrace and convey the experiences that on some le... full info

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11th December 2015

Joanne
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Thanks for painting the scene
Dear Terrry, Thanks for painting the scene with such careful detail. I almost feel like I'm there with you. I can't believe you went all those places on your first day back after a very long flight. I agree, the headless Santa is rather disturbing!!!

11th December 2015

Traveling Terry
Theresa "Terry" Nichols

Santa, headless and defrocked
And within a stone's throw of St. Thomas' enshrined finger fragment!

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