Sorry it's been so long but getting a connection has had to wait until our arrival at Mysore - driving has been gruelling with 'potholes' up to 2' deep and all manner of livestock and wildlife slowing us down! Neil knocked over and killed a chicken yesterday which made him feel a little poorly. But that said we've been driving through mountains and the most stunning rural areas with children cheering and waving from the roadside wherever we go.
The accommodation has been varied although some dormitory sleeping with the added fear of snakes and spiders challenged some yesterday - with copious amounts of neurotic bag emptying and shaking and patting of bedclothes!
We're managing pretty well on the roads with only half a dozen very close shaves to speak of.
The other day half a dozen of us Ambi drivers stopped to watch a cricket match being played in a field by some local kids and we were challenged to an India v england match (5 overs a piece) it was hilarious, we were hopeless in comparison being challenged by both fast and spin bowlers - but Neil hit one for six and also had to make a run - THAT's on the video clip and I'll be charging per view!!
We're heading south all the time and the temperature changes are noticeable being cool in the mountains and hot and muggy on the coast - we've woken today to a scorcher!!
There's a party on the last night and we've been told to 'wear Indian' so last night was spent searching Mysore for something suitable to wear - we've found a Maharja suit for Neil - looks quite the part although thought he might break into 'goodbye my love' by Demi Roussos at one point.
Starts are early up by 6.30am every day and am being told by Kate to get down to breakfast fast - will post some pics if I can .
Judy and Neil
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