The best way to start the NEW YEAR!!

I cannot possibly begin to describe the experience we are having here. It is more than i ever expected. The people are amazingly friendly and the children are so curious and ask their questions with such innocence and charm.. I do miss home alot, but mostly because i want to share this with them. My family didnt understand why i wanted to come here and asked me many times what i was getting out of this experience. I hope with the video and pictures and stories i return with they will be able to better understand why this journey has been so important to me. So far in our short 4 days here we have visited a boys orphanage, a carpet factory, and a needy shelter to hand out saris and sweaters to the elderly and children. We have also met with three clubs and seen first hand many of the wonderful projects that Rotary is involved in here. We have been spoiled in many ways with wonderful hosts, wonderful food and parties... But the thing i am cherishing most right now is the love of the people here... it is felt were ever you go... wish you could be here... Love Kristin