Just a quick overview of what we have been doing the last couple days. We took a trip to Khajaraho. Khajaraho is home to several temples built over 1000 years ago. We also spent some time at the markets, where shopkeepers are extremely pushy, which takes americans out of their comfort zone! 
But we still had a lot of fun looking around and talking to different shopkeepers. Both of us bought Indian style shirts. Then next day we woke up at 5 AM to go to Panna Tiger Park. 
We saw some crocodiles, but no tigers (only a couple footprints on the road). It was incredible to just drive around the jungle. Our friend Bunty spotted more animals than our guide!
On the way to Khajaraho we stopped in a village where
Hope 4 Kids had a well dug. The village had no water source until the well was built. The village was extremely happy to welcome us with an Indian band and dancing! We dedicated the well, then continued journey to Khajaraho.
Finally we came back to Damoh and have settled in. At this point, the large group with Hope 4 Kids has gone home, we are done touring India, and we have begun some regular tasks. We now have only three short weeks left here in India. Therefore, to be most productive with our time, we have decided to jump on board with Hope 4 Kids. This was their initial trip to India, so our task is to wrap up some loose ends and make a smooth transition from American to Indian leadership. We will be helping kids write letters, taking photo’s and gathering more information about different schools.
Last night during that time we grilled some BBQ chicken (because beef is illegal in India) and some veggies for the Lalls. I think everyone enjoyed it except for mama Puspha, who didn’t each much!
Tonight we spent time with an Indian family we have come to know pretty well. Their son Mayank speaks English very well, and is enamored with us Whities. He was excited that we came over to watch Home Alone 2 with him and his mother, Sonu. After the movie they showed us their family’s picture albums, which we have found to be an Indian Tradition. These times with Indian families have been highlights for both of us.
When we left, we did our usual activities: Tag, Red Rover, and Dodgeball. Ashley got outrun by a 4 year old, but Justin was told he had a “strong body!”
This is Ashley and Justin, reporting from India. Good Night.
But we still had a lot of fun looking around and talking to different shopkeepers. Both of us bought Indian style shirts. Then next day we woke up at 5 AM to go to Panna Tiger Park. 
We saw some crocodiles, but no tigers (only a couple footprints on the road). It was incredible to just drive around the jungle. Our friend Bunty spotted more animals than our guide!On the way to Khajaraho we stopped in a village where
Hope 4 Kids had a well dug. The village had no water source until the well was built. The village was extremely happy to welcome us with an Indian band and dancing! We dedicated the well, then continued journey to Khajaraho.Finally we came back to Damoh and have settled in. At this point, the large group with Hope 4 Kids has gone home, we are done touring India, and we have begun some regular tasks. We now have only three short weeks left here in India. Therefore, to be most productive with our time, we have decided to jump on board with Hope 4 Kids. This was their initial trip to India, so our task is to wrap up some loose ends and make a smooth transition from American to Indian leadership. We will be helping kids write letters, taking photo’s and gathering more information about different schools.
Our schedule changes everyday, but most everyday we have a devotional with the entire Mid-India Christian Mission. Then a short “thought for the day” with mama puspha (David’s mom) and a group of pastors. These pastors claim to be so encouraged that we would leave our country to come be with them. They are so excited to have us here, but we have to admit that we are the ones gaining a benefit. Everyone here holds a doctorate of some kind and has incredible leadership skills. We truly are engaging with the Martin Luther King’s Jrs, Apostle Pauls and Mother Theresas of India!
After these meetings, we go to our “office” at the mission’s production studio from 10 to 4. The rest of the day is up to us to decide.Last night during that time we grilled some BBQ chicken (because beef is illegal in India) and some veggies for the Lalls. I think everyone enjoyed it except for mama Puspha, who didn’t each much!
Tonight we spent time with an Indian family we have come to know pretty well. Their son Mayank speaks English very well, and is enamored with us Whities. He was excited that we came over to watch Home Alone 2 with him and his mother, Sonu. After the movie they showed us their family’s picture albums, which we have found to be an Indian Tradition. These times with Indian families have been highlights for both of us.
When we left, we did our usual activities: Tag, Red Rover, and Dodgeball. Ashley got outrun by a 4 year old, but Justin was told he had a “strong body!”
This is Ashley and Justin, reporting from India. Good Night.
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