Okay, so...this is going to sound ridiculous, mostly because it is. Ready? After four days of freaking out about money, praying about how I'm supposed to use my funds, asking God when I'm going to make some friends (other than Amy, whom I love), and getting really confused about my living situation (by myself, booooo) in general...something ridiculously wonderful just happened.
The moment after I walked out of the internet place after writing that last post, my friend Rene and I literally ran into each other. Like, *boom* oh hey Rene! He's from Canada, speaks a gazillion languages, and is just a nice person in general. I met him the first day I was here. He's staying until either the end of March or August - he hasn't decided yet. Anyway, we went *boom* and he asked if I was staying at Hotel Maria, because I was using their internet place. I said no, he asked where I was staying and what the rent was, and then invited me to stay at his hostel, 'cause it's cheaper and better. He said there were two open rooms, shared bathrooms and a shared kitchen. And the rent is 5000 rupees a month, as opposed to my now 250 a day. That's a lot better. So we walked together to his hostel, which is approximately 30 seconds away from mine, and they said they'd have a free room tomorrow. And I walked upstairs and looked at the rooms. And they're a TON nicer than mine. And they have HOT WATER.
The reason why this place is so inexpensive is because it houses strictly people volunteering for NGOs, and you pay rent monthly. So they guarantee good-hearted, long-term tenets.
HOORAY I THINK I'M MOVING IN TOMORROW.
This means that all the wondering (and, I'll admit it, worrying) I've been doing about having money and people...*poof*. I suddenly have a bunch of other Missionaries of Charity 20-somethings all in one place, in a sweet little well kept hostel. Oooooh I'm so excited.
And my camera works! Pictures soon.
Love and excitement about God providing,
Stephanie!
6 comments:
DEAR STEPHANIE,
HOT WATER WHAT A DREAM COME TRUE.
NOW IF I COULD SEND YOU A WASHMACHINE AND DRYER YOU HAVE IT MADE. HAPPY NEW YEAR. STAY HEALTHY. LOVE YOU , NANA
YAY :-)
tortsync
- when God synchs up with you no a tortally amaznig levle
he he he... purposeful typo's work in defenitions, right?
It's great that you found a place to live with hot water (and inexpensive, too)! Teaching drama sounds like a great opportunity for you, too. Try not to get sick, though - my parents don't need to be any more worried about you than they are right now.
Sincerely,
Your loving brother
P.S. The word is "louleg", which doesn't seem to have a definition.
Meera naam Ani. Does this mean "My name is Ani"? Did you move? Did you celebrate New Year's in India? How did you celebrate? G-d is amazing, isn't He? Let us know your address and what you might like in a care package - because we care!
And I am glad you are being reasonable with yourself re: scheduling. I was wondering how you were going to finish at Daya Dan at 1200 and start at Apne Aap at 1200 - if you have learned how to either a) teleport or b) clone yourself, please let me know - I could use one of those skills too! BTW - I will be teaching the Critical Care rotation at Northwest Community next semester.
Love and Happy New Year!
~ Mom
P.S. My word is coross. How I feel when I don't hear from you for more than 2 days! :~)
Hot water!!! I'm excited for you! I'm so glad you feel more comfortable w/ your money now. Yayness!
Oundo: A new type of martial arts.
Dear Stephanie,
Reading of your adventure is the next best thing to experiencing it myself. Your writing is so descriptive and well done,it leaves me wanting to hear more. I look forward to your ongoing blogs. Have a Happy, Healthy and Safe New Year. Love Ya, Aunt Sherry
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