Many Sides of Mumbai

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By: leelefever on March 20, 2006 - 11:06pm

While we have some wi-fi love, we're posting some pics that we've taken in Mumbai.  They may not be of the sights, but hopefully they tell a story on their own.

 This is in a fishing village near the Carter Roadbeach, Mumbai called Khar.   They dry fish in the village and  you can smell it  all over the Bandra area.


Like Sri Lanka, almost all outdoor work is done in bare feet for slipppers (flip flops).  This is a couple of jackhammer operators in slippers, which seems a bit risky to me. Roadwork is happening everywhere in Mumbai.

 

 When stopping at intersection, people often come and tap on the window and often put their hand to their mouth.  It's very sad and hard to watch, sitting there in our air conditioned car.  I think a lot about this little girl. The poverty in Mumbai is quite overwhelming.

 

 Of course, Mumbai has beauty in a number of ways.  The people have all been wonderful, very kind and we have never once felt unsafe.  Despite poverty, they have a dignity about themthat is hard to describe.

 

More than anything, we will remember the hospitality of Dina Mehta, who has opened her heart and her city to us in so many ways.  Dina, I hope we can return the favor in Seattle.

 


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By: dina mehta (not verified) on March 21, 2006 - 12:55am
As we say in Gujarati .. come back soon.  Was a lot of fun showing Sachi and you 'my' city!  Safe journeys and I really hope you have a great time in the North.

By: peter griffin (not verified) on March 22, 2006 - 2:43am
Sachi, Lee, It's fascinating to see my city through your eyes. And yes, you lucked out with Dina as your guide. It was nice to have met you, and I'm only sorry I couldn't spend more time with you. Looking forward to reading more about your travels here. You're living my dream! Happy Trails peter
By: leelefever on March 27, 2006 - 12:55am
it was great to meet you too Peter, though briefly. I'm glad we got to be a part of the panel discussion about something that I am very interested in. I hope we'll have anoter chance to meet n the future.