Devanagari

I have spent the past week learning the 52 characters in the Hindi writing system, known as Devanagari. I still need to leatn conjunct consonants and am a little unsure about how to write a few of the Matras for certain consonants but I feel very happy!

नमस्ते मीरा नाम टिमोथी जॉन ब्रोफ्य हैं. मैं  थोरी से  हिंदी बोल सकता
      

Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi

One of my all time favorite movies! The movie was released on my birthday last year. The song, तुझ में रब दीखता है  is one of the greatest moments in film.

Thumbs up for Thums Up!

I had my 1st taste of Thums Up today.Wow! I remember Coca Cola in glass bottles back in the 70's and this reminds me of that but with a zing, a little spice. I hear that is from Betel Nut extract in the drink. Whatever it is I am afraid I could get addicted.


http://www.coca-colaindia.com/brands/brands_thumsup.aspx

Dosa Night at Mysore Woodlands

Tonight was the 1st Dosa Night at Mysore Woodlands. Turnout was good and I had 3 Dosas. The Andra Dosa was the best with a little heat and lots of flavor,made even yummier when dipped into Coconut Chutney. I also ate Raghda patties, Gol Goppas, Muteer Pulao, Chicken 65, Idli Sambar and various chutneys. I finished with excellent Galub Jamun and Chai. My waiter was a Kannadiga named Rohit, a very personable and handsome man who was an excellent guide to the food.What a great evening of eating! I'll be back soon. ಮೈಸೂರು

Going to India

I turn 50 on December 12, 2012. Aside from Canada, I have never been outside of the United States. I have decided to go to India, hopefully for Diwali which begins on Tuesday, November 13th. This blog will chronicle my preparations.

These are some of the things I want to accomplish before I go;

1) Save $ 4500.
2) Become fluent in Hindi
3) Acquire basic conversational Punjabi skills
4) Lose weight

I will need to get a Passport.