After a flight from SFO to LAX/one night in L.A, a flight from LAX to Munich/one night in Munich, a flight from Munich to Bombay and several days of extreme sleep deprivation, I find myself back in this wonderous place. We arrived here at midnight and found Kelli easily. It was a breeze getting luggage, exchanging money, and contacting the hostel. However, the second we walked out of the airport, we were bombarded by taxi drivers. Being unfamiliar with the area, we were ripped off so bad by the cab driver, paying nearly $25 for a 5 minute cab ride. Then we arrived at the hostel and it looked like it was closed for the night... We were greeted by a man insisting that his hostel next door was the same as Eden where we had reservations. He assured us it was the same management and after several failed attempts (across language barriers) to explain that we had a reservation next door, we gave in to his aggresive and rude business tactics. Long story short, the room was rather dirty, the bathroom smelled entirely of moth balls, and there were strange noises (maybe some kind of rodent?) coming from the next door. We barely slept trying to find a way out as soon as possible. At first I had this overwhelming feeling we were not in a safe area, especially arriving in an unfamiliar place in the middle if the night with uncleanly conditions. Once morning arrived, I learned that the employees were trustworthy and was a good lesson in trust. I will admit, I was sending prayers to my father's spirit and Lord Ganesha himself throughout the night.

Anyway, now we are at the hostel next door that we were SUPPOSE to stay at last night. Even though it is the same management, this place is already so much better. The a/c works, bathroom is clean, and generally a better vibe. We are happy to have the day to rest as Janessa and I are feeling sick. Her more than I. She is sleeping now and I will head to the store shortly with Kelli to find electro powder and maybe some ginger tea.

We are dealing with yet another life lesson that travel plans in a place like India rarely go as expected. Ganesh is a sweetheart and got us train tickets for tomorrow but we are wait listed due to the high amount of people that travel on Sunday. It is literally a waiting game whether our seats are confirmed or not. Patience is key. Sending good, good vibes to the universe that it works out.

That is all for now. Please keep us on your thoughts, especially for Janessa that she recovers quickly after rest and proper care.

Peace and love.