Monday, December 25, 2006

Christmas Night Pre-departure reflections


So, it's Christmas night. Our bellies are full and so are our packs. Christmas was somewhat overshadowed with the anticipation of our adventure, but only a few hours til boarding now and we have enjoyed hanging out with family and friends over Christmas - a good way to leave for a few weeks. An early start tomorrow, and hopefully some interesting souls to meet on the plane... who knows??!! Next stop, 8 hours at the airport in Hong Kong (they might let us out if we're lucky!). We're preparing ourselves for the onslaught of Delhi. Christmas in Melbourne's CBD provided some preparation perhaps!? (perhaps not!) We're feeling slightly nervous about what lies ahead - probably fair enough. Reactions from fellow travellers have been extreme in either direction. We had Christmas dinner with a couple of Italian tourists at home in Brunswick - friends of our housemate. They were in awe of India and showered us with fantastic stories and advice and reminded us that we must go with open hearts - nice. We've definitely started to feel excited. Another friendly warning was to give it a chance - it won't be love at first sight! Others farewell us with much more trepidation - "please be careful!". We're sure it will be an amazing and eye-opening experience and can't wait to get started. Talk to you next from crazy Delhi.
Bonvoyage, Jeff and Gin.

2 comments:

Unknown said...

Happy journeying! Lots of prayers that the work you do over there can be effective and the relationships you make will be really inspiring. We'll be following your adventures with keen interest! - Luke & Clare

Unknown said...

Best of luck guys! I know you'll have a fantastic and eye-opening time, and that you'll make the most of every opportunity and encounter. And post lots so we all know what you're up to! Sean & Jodie