I found an apartment today, beautiful view, nice landlord, nice neighbors. I don't think I've ever met so many people in so short a time. Everyone here is displaced from somewhere else in the world, and so everyone is compassionate and understanding about what it feels like to be a stranger in a new place.
The Dalai Lama returned to McLeod Ganj today from Delhi, where he was undergoing surgery. Banners were hung above the road entering the village, lotus flowers were painted on the pavement,and all the Tibetan men and women dressed up in their finest traditional dress to welcome him home. We got a quick glimpse as he drove by on his way to the monastery. He is staying here in McLeod for quite awhile to rest and recover, which is fortunate for me because normally he spends more time away than home. I'm hoping to hear him speak on Oct. 25th, his next scheduled public appearance to celebrate the anniversary of the TCV, the orphanage and school for Tibetan refugee children.
PS: My address is
Melissa Queen (Rm#405)
Victoria House
Jogibara Rd
McLeod Ganj, Dharamshala
Himachal Pradesh, India
Email me your address and I'll send a postcard!
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I'm pretty sure that you laughed at me when I asked if you were going to get to see the Dahli Lama. Your apology will be accepted with pretty gifts from India. :-) Sounds very cool. Love ya!
Glad to hear you made it back to civilization, I know your mom is relieved! Got to spend some time with your no cable having sister. Despite the stress of a hurricane evacuation, it was good to see her. I saw your pics. It has been so long since I have seen you in person, I still picture you as a young girl, so it is shocking to see you as an actual adult! Hope you continue to enjoy your trip.
Love, Patty and Anita
Ha. Stop complaining about the no cable or you're going to have to spend time with the no toilet having sister.
Ok, children (sq12 and wlfrs) quit squabbling. hey, melissainindia, don't go 2 days with no news if you can help it. you've got a lot of talking to make up for. love you lots.
NO!! He's NOT serious!!! My babies are never leaving me!!!! At least not until I throw them out!!!!!
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