Hard Work is the Keyhole to Saxophone

Hey Hey! Its Callie once again! The other day I said I would try to start  blogging everyday but I already have failed on that because I didn't blog last night, BUT I do have a WONDERFUL reason for not blogging! We went to the cinema! Last night a group of 7 of us volunteers went to watch the latest and greatest Bollywood movie: Bol Bachchan! I wish I could tell you the plot line of the movie or even the characters names but all of that information is beyond my knowledge! All I know is that it must have been a very funny movie because everyone (well all the Indians) were constantly screaming and laughing! There were only two lines in the movie that I was able to understand: "This party is over" and "Hard work is the keyhole to saxophone". I wish I could explain the context of these two lines but I was so lost and confused that whole movie! Overall it was great meeting new people, a good experience and I wouldn't hesitate to rent the movie when it comes out on DVD and play it with English subtitles!

The next topic I would like to talk about is one that has become very near and dear to my heart after spending these 3 weeks in India. Fashion. Indian Fashion to be clear. While in the States and in most European countries its acceptable for women to wear shorts and fitted shirts or wear tank-tops, it is a major offense in India. Women here cover -up. The most western Indian girl I've seen so far was wearing a T-shirt and jeans but she was a rare exception. Most women wear Salwar Suits ( which consist of baggy pants and baggy shirts and a scarf called a dupatta.) or Sarees (basically a very long cloth wrapped around her body multiple times and then thrown over her shoulder.) NEVER have I seen an Indian women in shorts. To them it is scandalous and sac-religious to show that much skin, so it is beyond my understanding when women tourists choose to wear such clothing. I, of all people, understand that as a tourist the heat is a killer and I understand that it is hard to leave behind hometown customs, but by wearing shorts and tank-tops these other women tourists are practically screaming their lack of interest and respect for this country's culture. Sorry for ranting but it has been driving me crazy for awhile now!

Lastly, I have a VERY exciting day planned for tomorrow! The morning will be as usual, work at Shanti Dan, but in the afternoon we are meeting Shreya and her mom for lunch at a nice restaurant, then after lunch I will be going to stay the night with Shreya!!! I'm really thankful and excited for this opportunity to visit an Indian home and to hangout with Shreya!
Well that's all for today, because its just been pointed out to me the unlikelyhood that anyone will read something this long so love and blessings to all back home!