Akshardham

We began our cultural tour today. Began with a breakfast in the hotel. Interesting, everything was an omlet. I overheard the guy at the next table asking for a Fried egg... the answer was' So, you want omlet!".

We began the day by traveling North of AMD to a waterwell dug in 1555. Amazing architecture and carvings and you know me, I was snapping pictures of it all( I'll post them after we get home) Encountered many lovely people and it being a public place, many school children on field trips. Looks like home.

We then traveled further north to the town of Ganhdiknakar (the official captial of Gujarat) We laughed that we were entering Austin and crossing the Trinity. Not much here--just official buildings, but lots of trees..more than in AMD. We spent the majority of our day at the Akshardham--which is the museum to the Swamirajan. Many, many people travel here (www.akshardham.com/gujarat)and we went through the exhibit along with them. Many of them looked like this was the trip of a life time to go through the exhibit. Talked to the boss a lot during this portion of trip today. More on this later.

Then back to the MALL for SUBWAY--yes, subway san. with a COCA COLA for lunch. By the time we went back to hotel it was 4:00 or so and we decided to rest a bit before venturing further into the city tonight.

Just back from that trip to a little Wi-Fi cafe where we thought we could connect--but no luck. Owner said he didn't know nothing about APPLES! I just shook my head. Rode in my first Riki (motorized scooter) so that was interesting.

Talking to the boss all day long was exhausting. Reminded of many truths that I know and have seen fleshed out.

Tomorrow is another journey to the Old town. If you can check in with the home office about us, that would be much appreciated.

Now its off to the hotel for some WATER (much needed) and a bath because I feel grungy (maybe there will be more hot water tonight than last)

Peace
Pauolo