From Brahma to Buddha, Spring 2008

The students at a temple in Chomu.

Laura and Ellie touring their host family's farm in Chomu.

Hello Everybody!!!
long time no post :) we have all been having a great time here in Jaipur. It is a huge change for me from the ancient and holy city of Benares to this mix of old and modern. We are definitely seeing a different side of India! Last week we spent some time in a village called Chomu a little outside of Jaipur. It was an amazing experience for me. We got to spend a lot of time at the VidyaGram International School with kids from ages 3 to 16 years old. They were all so amazing! we stayed for two nights at the hostel nearby the school where some of the kids stay if they live too far away. While interacting with the kids and learning from them I became very inspired. I found myself wanting them all to achieve everything that they want in life. I found myself wishing and hoping for them all to lead happy and fulfilling lives, even though I hardly knew them I felt more of a desire for their well being than many people I know much better. I can't really explain the feeling. I became very moved and connected to their energy, optimism and hard work in all aspects of their life at such young ages.

These kids and the experience that I shared with the group at the VidyaGram International school will always stay with me, and has been one of the most rewarding experiences thus far on this journey. I look forward to many more life changing interactions with my group mates and India's culture and people.

I love you all, and hope that whoever is reading this is in a good place in life!
love

lara