Tuesday, December 23, 2008

India


Well, off to another adventure. This time: India. Last year at this time it was off to Bali, for a great holiday alone. This time, I'll be traveling with two of my best buds, Mike and Michele, and we're planning on having a phenomenal time.

For the first time ever I am going to be a backpacker. I celebrated this important moment with the purchase of my very first travel backpack/suitcase. You know, the kind that most dirty, grimy backpackers wear when they travel all over the world? I didn't pay a lot of money for it, as I am hoping that traveling this way will not be something I do often. I prefer a roll-along suitcase, planned stays in hotels, and semi-nice clothing to wear. Instead, I am going to be living out of a backpack, staying in hostels, and recycling my clothes whenever possible. But hey, at least I won't be doing it alone.

Here are a few questions you might be wondering:

You: Wendy, how much Indian do you know?
Wendy: None. Not a single word.

You: And what are you planning on doing when you get there?
Wendy: Beats me. We only have four nights actually booked, and past that, we're hopelessly leaving it up to fate and good advice.

You: Is it going to be safe in India?
Wendy: Probably not. But I am traveling with three Canadians. Terrorists love Canadians, eh?

You: What are you most excited for in India?
Wendy: I am not sure what I am looking forward to the most in India, whether it be the yummy curry or the diarrhea. Likely the curry. Either way, it should be very interesting.

You: What have you done to prepare for India?
Wendy: Well, since school has ended, I have not showered or bathed as much as usual. I have tried to find and practice in as many squatting toilets as possible, and have been feverishly collecting street-packages of toilet paper.

What a long, strange trip it'll be...

3 comments:

Unknown said...

Enjoy your adventure Wendy! I am sure it will be amazing! It is great to read about your travels. It really is good for the soul!

Anonymous said...

Best wishes, Wendy! I will be praying for a safe and adventurous journey for you and your friends! I'd have to say, I wish I was there with you!

Angie Griess

Anonymous said...

Just so you know, terrorists ADORE Canadians. They world loves us. If we were a dog breed we would be labrador retrievers. So consider yourself lucky you're traveling with the diplomatic equivalent of cuddly koala bears, say "eh" a lot and end every sentence with an upnote.