Settling in

I'm pretty much settled in now. I've decided to stay at the visitor's hostel - which is more western so it feels more "normal." I also FINALLY got an internet connection in my room. I feel less isolated now that I have an easier time talking to my family. Michael called this morning and I discovered that my phone doesn't actually ring. We were chatting on yahoo at the time so he was able to tell me to pick up - but I'm going to have to do something about that.

There are two other American students (Melissa and Mike) staying at the visitors hostel. They will leave long before me - but having them here is helping with the adjustment. The food in the hostel is all vegetarian - so we have been feeling the protein deficit. Last night we went out to a restaurant that serves chicken which was very exciting. Then, this morning they served eggs for breakfast - which only happens about once a week. So we are happy and full now. Last night we watched a movie (Grosse Point Blank) on Melissa's computer. So between the internet, meat, and movie - it felt almost like home.

Well, I better go. The professor I'm working with gave me a big thick book to read on rainwater harvesting prospects in India. Should be helpful.

- Vicki