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Comment on Wednesday, 20 May 2009

2009-08-20T11:18:02Z

That's great, I never thought about Childers-Coe India Travelblog like that before.

Comment on Thursday, 11 June 2009 continued

2009-06-12T13:49:56Z

Hi Bill

Thanks for those kind words. We're having a great time, but like all good things that sometimes come to an end, we leave tomorrow. Hank's forward told me that your latest book was reviewed, with picture no less, by the NYTimes, earlier this week. Congratulations. Way to go!

Marg

Comment on Thursday, 11 June 2009 continued

2009-06-12T13:40:10Z

Hi Marg,
Hank's note reminded me that you guys were in India. Wonderful blog and great pix. Hope you enjoy every minute there.
Bill

Comment on Thursday, 11 June 2009

2009-06-12T12:51:36Z

The goat. Please, I want an introduction to the goat. Does she have an email? But, failing that, I'm waiting for the report on visit to weavers.

carry on, travel forth. Ban tourists. Travel and plant a garden at your feet.

Graf

Comment on Saturday, 6 June 2009

2009-06-12T06:54:53Z

Hi Jenny

We're now in Mumbai and just getting back online. The sarees (seems to be the preferred spelling at least in Aurangabad, but sari is still used) of the weavers appeared to be either hand-painted or printed. Embroidery was a good guess though as I've seen some impressive embroidered pieces.

One comment on the traditional Indian women's clothing, it looks good even in oppressive heat and humidity. I don't know that it feels any better, but it sure "looked" better than western wear.

Hank and I were on our own in New Delhi for a couple of days, and joined up with the group in Aurangabad. There we had both separate and joint ventures. It's hard keeping a group together as we have different interests. The construction site visit was for Tommy French, Jenny's dad. He tagged along when we went to the tailor to be measured to have our material sewn up, and we tagged along to the site. It was worth it.

We mostly get around by hired car. If the weather were more cooperative, we'd opt for an auto-rickshaw.

The one-year anniversery celebration is tonight! I am sure many of the women will be resplendent and elegant in traditional dress. I hope I get some good photos.

Comment on Saturday, 6 June 2009

2009-06-12T01:24:23Z

Yes, Marg, that border that goes over the shoulder is called a pallu. Love your photos. I visited India last year, Tamil Nadu and Kerala, with a day trip to a weaving village in Andhra Pradesh. India is a life-changing experience, mind-boggling for us textile folk. Stay well!

Comment on Saturday, 6 June 2009

2009-06-10T21:00:30Z

Very impressive!

I was also intrigued by the saris of the two women pictured (the one at the loom and the other at the warping board.) They are so colorful. Are the flower motifs embroidery?

I'm enjoying your exploration. Are you and Hank travelling on your own now? How are you getting around?

Comment on Thursday, 11 June 2009

2009-06-09T12:08:22Z

What a contrast! Women's work: carrying 4 bricks on your head, and painting intricate henna designs on hands.

Comment on Saturday, 6 June 2009

2009-06-08T23:48:50Z

Man, what a sight for sore eyes this must have been. Margaret, I could "hear" your voice when reading the blog. Thanks.

Comment on Tuesday, 2 June 2009

2009-06-04T16:13:59Z

Margaret,
Thanks for the details on the fabric. They're gorgeous, and I can picture you in the turqoise outfit looking stunning out and about in Tucson.

My niece is on her way to Mumbai on Saturday for a six-week service project. I'm sending a link to your blog to my sister-in-law, because I'm sure she'll appreciate this up close and personal peak at travel in India.