Making my dad proud!

I don't think there is anything wrong in finding things in a foreign place that soothe you and make you feel at home. I have already lost a lot of weight and have been starving for some American food. So... while I was out the other day I found some things that reminded me of home- this is what I made-

Macaroni and Cheese with the coveted Heinze ketchup!

I make my dad proud!

I also made a ice cold glass of chocolate milk:) Now this wasn't your ordinary, pour the milk and stir in the chocolate, no ma'am. I had to boil the milk, skim the top layer, chill it in the freezer, add the chocolate and then shake... it took about an hour, but it was worth the wait:)

Things I love about India

I've been here in India for a month now and have begun to love some random, different things. Here is a list, in no particular order, of things that make me smile and that I love-

1. The after-the-train-head-on-rampage. Once the train passes its a head on race to the other side. It looks impossible to navigate ourselves through, but somehow we always make it through alive:)

2. People freezing in 70's weather. When the sun goes down, or doesn't peak through the clouds, the coats and ear muffs come out.

3. Chai time! There is never a bad time for chai!

4. The rooftops! I think all houses everywhere should have a roof top to retreat to. It's a great place to watch the sun rise and set over Hyderabad. Great quiet time place too:)

5. The way the Indians say the "le" or "el" sound. For example, "shovel" and "little". Oh I just love it!

6. Terms of endearment. Whether its Akka, Anna, Bhiyya, or Auntie I love how we call everyone something sweet.

7. Curd! It doesn't matter how spicy the food just pour some curd on it and it's fabulous!

Well, I hope to post some pictures soon! Love you all!