The trip to India was so full and so busy that there wasn't a minute to get to a computer and write the blog. So - a bit delayed but here it is!
Above left is Erica doing her David Bailey impression on a visit to a local temple. Right - a bit of gossip at Jacob's and centre, Baskaran having his daily bath at Jacob's!
Within hours of arriving we were introduced to Mr Govinderaju, a very generous donor who invited us for a meal with his family. What a surprise - we were greeted with garlands and a silk shawl each, and had a wonderful dinner cooked by his daughter-in law. The family were so friendly and welcoming and it was a great start to our trip.
The first few days were spent in a whirl of Outreach trips, investigating new areas where our food distribution for the homeless might be useful, meetings and general socialising with our lovely Jacob's residents. And shopping of course! Saris and silk material were the favourites - Coimbatore city is not a tourist area so in general there are no lovely sparkly 'Indiany' things to buy for presents.
In no time at all it was Friday and time to board the train for Kerala.
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