Just wanted to let you know that everything is fine in Hyderabad. Hyderabad is an over 24 hour train ride away from Mumbai so I am definitely far removed from the chaos. It is like being in California during 9/11- a different state and far far away.
I am not afraid that this situation will get out of hand and come affect my little world in Hyderabad. First off, Mumbai has been a hot spot for awhile now. We received an email at work about a month ago from the Warden of Mumbai (how scary- a warden!?!) warning about unrest in Mumbai(hence my train phobia from the previous post). Although the warning was not related this attack, it shows that I was already aware that Mumbai was having security issues. It makes me feel safer that I have a good sense of where I should go and where I should not.
So many Indians have died in bomb blasts throughout India the past few months I have been here but there is no word from other nations condemning these attacks and not much media coverage. I feel like we are only focusing on 1% of the terrorism that still exists in our world. We really need to look at all attacks to solve this problem because they are all related. I will step off my soapbox now.
When the first set of attacks during my stay went off, I asked my coworkers how they dealt with living in a country where there are bombings. One coworker told me that you can't let fear run your life. She told me that what is meant to be will happen. I have taken on this state of mind a little bit more. There is no use living a life if you are afraid the entire time.
Although I am putting my trust and faith that I will come home to once again pay high rent and eat Mexican food, I am also actively making this happen by not taking risks in my travels. I will continue to avoid Mumbai and any other place that wardens advise I not visit. I will not go into busy markets and I will always be sure I am traveling with the appropriate people. I will also continue to plan escape routes through trains haha. My last travel plans are in the northern wilderness and the relaxed (and conflict free) south. I am sure there will be no issues there.
I am more worried about Thailand... I hope that settles before I head there for Christmas.
xoxo
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Molly molls so glad y'all are far away from all the chaos and safe. Well I see y'all are aways from their oceans hopefully y'all have time somewhat see the fun things.
Thanks for the post Molly. I am glad you are away from the horrible situation in Mumbai. I am glad to hear you are taking all the precautions that you can to enjoy your stay in India. We will all be happy to have you home but untill then where are pictures from the beach?
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