Sunday, August 31, 2008

The Canadian Me

This is me and Carol shopping in the market. She and I met in Anu's over dinner one Friday evening. We instantly bonded over our waitress past, love of samosas, hailing from a small Ashtanga community, and our dirty little shared secret love of celebrity gossip web sites. I can't remember when I have had such an instant connection and comfort level with someone I just met. I think it has been her friendship that has brought so much of this experience together for me.

This is my last week here in Mysore. I couldn't have even imagined typing that sentence upon my arrival. I feel strong and connected to myself and the tradition of yoga. I am very much looking forward to sharing this India experience with so many dear friends from home. I'll be seeing some of them dark and early in the Bangalore airport this week.
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Anonymous said...

jill it fascinates me how easily you find friends when alone.it seems your experiences with this phenominone(sp)comes with long long distance travel by ones-self.i saw it on a travel channel show.very interesting how as humans we must connect even if only for that time frame.those who really know jill manning miss you and look forward to seeing you again hopefully we will reconnect in some special and meaningful way too.love ya lisa