Hey!
Well it took a few days but I'm fully recovered from my horrible bug ;-)
We spent Sunday at a posh hotel's pool in Jodhpur as we wanted to pamper ourselves before our horrific train journey to Delhi. And it was just that. What we didnt realise when we booked the tickets was we'd actually been put on a waiting list for seats cos the train was so busy. So when we got on the train there was only one sleeper seat available for all three of us!!! This was for an 11 hour train journey: 7.30pm - 6.30am. It was the most horrible night ever. Looking back, it makes me laugh cos we were all trying to get into different positions to sleep on one bed. RIDICULOUS. Needless to say we didnt sleep at all.
So, when we checked into our hotel yesterday morning we had a few hours kip, before heading to 'Connaught Place' for lunch. I couldnt believe how Westernised it was - modern shops and restaurants everywhere. I was soooo happy when I saw a McDonalds, TGI Fridays, Subway and a Pizza Hut. We opted for Pizza Hut for lunch - it was soooooooooo yummy and welcoming. we spent the rest of yesterday looking round the shops, drinking coffee at a cafe, and topped the day off at a nice 1940's style restaurant. What we've seen of Delhi we really like so far, as it's a great mix of Indian and Western culture. Think we're going to do a bit of sight seeing today around Central Delhi, then tomorrow we're catching the 5.30am train to Agra... TO SEE THE TAJ MAHAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Cant wait.
I'll write very soon. Love you loads and Loads! xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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Heh heh....couldn't resist commenting..! quite refreshing to see my country through your eyes...! Things we miss and take for granted....Things we don't bother about and the 'system's' failures we so very much ignore.....AMAZING..!
Hiya,
My name's George Koshy and work for cnn-ibn. This is my blog link. Could stay in touch for stories or like minded ideas....tkr...and 'njoy u'r trip..!
http://georgekoshyp.blogspot.com/
George
Hi Emma,
Your latest Blog had me in tears of laughter
I could just imagine the three of you trying to curl up together on an already too small bed on a sleeper train.You could write a book on the funny situations that have occurred so far.
I think you should try to make the most out of Delhi. a friend of mine from Dubai called Ashish Thakur always told me it was amazing.You might find China another real culture shock so enjoy Delhi while you are there.
Pig out on the Yankie nosh !!!
By the time you read this you will have been to Taj Mahal, you lucky devils.
It was great to see that a Guy from India has read your blog. it looks as if he enjoyed reading it.
Talk soon Lots of love D XXXXX
Testing the computer
Hi Emma, it wa lovely talking to you this morning, thank goodness I was up early otherwise we would have missed you. Accra and Deli sound amazing and we loved the photos of the Taj Mahal and the photos of Jodphur - you will remember this trip to India for the rest of your life - a mixture of amazing sights, sounds and colours, as well as the down bits when you were ill = although you'll probably remember the good bits more. I phoned Pete about the £70.00, he said that was payment for the bills for the first month when you came in and the balance was refundable deposit. I suppose that is what was agreed, if you have another question, I can call him again if you like. By the way you won £50 on the premium bonds, which I put into your account. Also, when tidying up your room next door I found $10.00, 20 euros and £10.00, making a total of £32.00 when converted, so Ill pay this into your account and this will also help you a bit with your spending. You also have your other premium bonds, dont forget.!!
Dad had got skype set up on the computer now, he'll let you know the details, as I dont understand it really. Looking forward to your next blog and to hearing from you again, lets hope the time delay isn't too annoying next time.
Love and miss you so much, lots of love Mum xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Hi Emma,
Our skype name is steveclark5
let us know w2hen you are trying and we will make sure we are ready to set it up.
Its probably best before you leave India as it probably wont work in China But only if you have time.
WEhats your skype name?
D XXXXXXXXX
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