Sunday, December 5, 2010

One month!

I've been here for a month. So much has happened that there is no way I could ever put it into words. Today, for example, I have been wandering around Jaisalmer asking random tourists if they would like to be in a movie... it's a long story. But tomorrow I get to play invader and get to be in a movie... haha, I don't even know how it works, but it does.

here's what I've got:
India is the noisiest country in the world, people yell at each other, but their not angry.
Fireworks happen every night, they aren't bombs... don't be alarmed, even if they are aimed at me. Here in India, there are fireworks that just make loud bangs, like serious explosions. Don't come to India with PTSD
Look both ways when crossing one way streets.
If there are lines in the road, drivers will straddle them, rather than follow them.
Yield to cows, they are bigger and stronger than me
The red stuff that men spit, is pan. It is really hard to chew, and mita pan (sweet pan) is much better. Pan is like a mouth explosion of spices wrapped in a leaf.
No need for roller coasters, just hop on the back of someones motorcycle.
Take sleeper class, 3rd class is nicknamed "jungle class," because it is a free for all to get seats, many people have to just stand.
Watch where you step! need I say more?
Think of night buses as free massages
Carry a flashlight with you at all times.
Don't anger Indian men, they will kick you out of their establishment
Lizard tastes like lizard.
Indians will, and do rip me off, there is no way to avoid it.
Use your right hand! Do it like an Indian... haha
When in doubt, watch an Indian

They guide books don't seem to tell anyone that coming to india will result in a loss of hearing, everything is so loud! I didn't even know that the clock I brought ticked until a week ago. Bring earplugs

And finally! Smile and laugh as much as possible, India is insane, so enjoy it!

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