Sunset, as Viewed From QF004 to Singapore

India - 2010/2011

Sunset, as Viewed From QF004 to Singapore

Sunset, as Viewed From QF004 to Singapore

11 Dec 2010 168
Sun setting between two layers of clouds.
Sunset Beneath a Sheet of Clouds

Sunset Beneath a Sheet of Clouds

11 Dec 2010 166
Minutes later, the sun goes below the lower clouds.
Taking a Break

Taking a Break

12 Dec 2010 162
A cow relaxes in front of an official government building in Mumbai.
A Little Bit of Washing

A Little Bit of Washing

13 Dec 2010 202
Hundreds of people live around the concrete washtubs, and wash clothes collected from all over Mumbai. This is area is known as Dhobi Ghat and is near Mahalaxmi station.
Washing Clothes

Washing Clothes

13 Dec 2010 185
In Dhobi Ghat, Mumbai, a man puts the washing through an agitation cycle.
Pani Puri

Pani Puri

13 Dec 2010 187
Like pappadum balls full of rose water and chick peas.
The Best Kulfi Ever

The Best Kulfi Ever

13 Dec 2010 181
At Chowpatty Beach, Mumbai. I had pistachio, and Jo had butterscotch. Both extremely yum.
Surya Introduces Us To Thalis

Surya Introduces Us To Thalis

14 Dec 2010 177
A Thali is an all-in-one plate for lunch. They can be basic (with just rice, dhal, and some vegetables) or quite fancy and extravagant, like these.
A “Yet-To-Be-Identified” Bird

A “Yet-To-Be-Identified” Bird

15 Dec 2010 207
Quite a few were about, and extremely shy. But one solitary bird happily sat on a lamp while we snapped a few pics.
An Under-utilised Indian Jeep

An Under-utilised Indian Jeep

16 Dec 2010 167
Yes, it's only half full, but we couldn't resist taking a photo after being gestured over.
A Better Effort at Jeep Utilisation

A Better Effort at Jeep Utilisation

24 Dec 2010 173
Although, there's still space I can see for at least another 8 or 10 people.
One Resident at Rejoice Introduces Another One To Us

One Resident at Rejoice Introduces Another One To…

17 Dec 2010 192
We are introduced to Tick. This little puppy receives a lot of love from the kids at Rejoice! He's extremely tolerant, too.
Music

Music

20 Dec 2010 185
Accompanying the singing during evening devotion at Rejoice.
Lots of Dancing

Lots of Dancing

20 Dec 2010 202
There was dancing by all at various times, but a number of kids showed exceptional talent.
This Could Be My Full Time Job

This Could Be My Full Time Job

19 Dec 2010 211
The younger kids at Rejoice seemed unable get enough of being spun, carried, somersaulted, or thrown (and caught, I should add). It only stopped when I could not physically continue.
Helping Hand

Helping Hand

19 Dec 2010 148
Richard helps a younger child get his handprint high on the wall.
Intense Concentration

Intense Concentration

19 Dec 2010 189
Focusing on keeping her hand nice and still for a clear print. Maybe a touch too much paint on her hand, though, as evidenced by the green dribble down the wall.
Jo Adds the Names

Jo Adds the Names

21 Dec 2010 192
Every current child and staff member at Rejoice had their print on the wall, as well as Tick and Jack the puppies.
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