Author Archives: ksmeerki
Some Final Thoughts…and Lessons Learned.
I was asked to write down the top ten lessons I have learned in India, and I am having a hard time. Call me unstable, call me a mess, but I can’t go without some sort of strong emotional response…there … Continue reading
The Third Jesus
After returning to Visthar from our month of travels, Jonathan handed me a book called “The Third Jesus” by Deepak Chopra. Captivated simply by the recommendation and the title, I quickly began reading along with Alex (literally reading it at … Continue reading
Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow…
In preparing to come to India, I encountered many sources that warned of the balmy temperatures that India experiences. With this in mind, I packed all of my light-weight performance apparel, bemoaned the fact that wearing shorts was not an … Continue reading
Small is Beautiful…
Today, we visited a slum in Koppal and I had my first I want to steal this child experience. His name was Prakash and he decided that I was his new best friend and his brother. While the visit was filled … Continue reading
Empowerment, Strength, and Solidarity
After spending a couple of weeks in Bangalore, an expansive urban setting of over eight million people, it was tremendously refreshing to see another part of India in Wayanad, Kerala. The view from the windows of our temporary home revealed … Continue reading
Finding Home at Visthar
At 2:30 A.M. on Sunday, August 29th, we finally arrived at Visthar. After traveling thousands of miles across oceans and continents, we reached our destination and the months or even years of anticipation could finally be fulfilled. At the moment … Continue reading
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