Today was a chilled Sunday, which started with a nice, long lie-in! After breakfast we had an extended team meeting, where some members shared their thoughts for the day. We had a guest appearance from The Incredible Hulk, as Zak's arm turned green when his water bottle label melted in the heat...
After a quick shirt change and some intense arm scrubbing, it was time to head to Humayan's Tomb. This impressive site was built by Emperor Humayan's widow in memory of her late husband.
It was also Mr Donnelly's opportunity to showcase his new Maths class mascot, Boris the squirrel, to the people of India. There were lots of tourists taking pictures, but many were taking pictures with us! It seems as though the Ballymena Academy Asha Team are now celebrity icons in the city of Delhi.
There followed what should have been a relaxing lunch at Pizza Hut, but when there is an entire menu of dishes to choose from it's very hard to decide. With orders placed and food brought out, we all tucked in as Adam drenched his pizza with Tomato Ketchup! Of course he did...
India Gate was next and a lot bigger than we expected. After pushing through the crowds to get a picture of the team in front of it, we were bombarded with venders selling a range of products which varied from sunglasses to toy cars and a chance to see a cobra. The Arc de Triomphe - Indian style.
Then we were off to the beautiful Akshardham, where the queues were shorter than we anticipated! This breathtaking Hindu Temple allowed us to experience a different religion, as well as seeing the golden statues of the gods. Unfortunately there was a strict "no photo policy" for the temple, but take our word for it - it was stunning!
To finish off what was an amazing day, we all watched a sound and light water show at the temple. It's fair to say it was a true spectacle full of interesting music and vibrant colours, and even better that we didn't get soaked!
So it's back to Tigri tomorrow to see all of our new friends, we cannot wait to go!
Keep the comments coming, hope all is well at home.
P.S. Check out the extra photos added to yesterday's blog.
Bethan, Rachelle, Aimee and Zak
The blog is fantastic. We eagerly wait for it each evening to see what you are up to. The sights today look breath taking. Laura and Bethan we missed you at our GB enrolment today. Thoughts and prayers go to you all from Second Broughshane church. Hope you get a goods night sleep tonight ready for the children and young people of Tigri tomorrow. Thinking of you all. Love mum, dad, D & J
ReplyDeleteLooks like you had another amazing day. Good luck with your work at Tigri tomorrow. Keep the blogs and the photos coming.
ReplyDeleteAnother great blog after an action packed day. Thank you again. We know you are all keen to get back to the children at Tigri.Susanna hope you achieve your goal and learn those Hindi names!!! Love and prayers Mum, dad Harry and Winnie !!!
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ReplyDeleteLooks amazing - more memories made. Your extended family all send you their love. Vikings 33 Browns 16 - guess who won a shirt and hat- Cleveland Brown one though! You all look so happy. I’ve seen that face before in the last picture!!!! Enjoy your precious time at the centre tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear your day started with a lie-in. Thank you for all the fun photographs. I don't know what to make of photo 14 - Jessica and Rachelle sleeping, Aimee just about to go over, but poor Mr Donnelly, did someone do something bad to Boris?
ReplyDeleteOn a more serious note, we are praying that you continue to enjoy your time away, that you all keep well and that you have energy for the week ahead. John and Sarah xx
Morning again – I so want to be there, what another amazing day of your trip!! Really great to see you all so relaxed and having so much fun. Particularly love the poses in the group photo – Matt, impressive yet scary…..But Boris is hands-down the star of the show, the camera loves him 😊 Archie sends a very tired woof – he spent the morning on the beach chasing waves and other dogs! Have a wonderful day with the children and the lane visits - I’m sure they are just as excited to see you. Lots of love from us all xoxo
ReplyDeleteEveryone seems to be having a fantastic time taking in all the sights, and all looking good in their saris looking forward to seeing more photos Lauren and hearing all about your experience, hope you're not missing Rupert or us lol too much! X
ReplyDeleteEveryone looks like they are having the best time ever! What a humbling experience. I hope you are all well and are enjoying everything that India has to offer. Praying that you will have the energy and readiness to go back to being with the kids tomorrow! I have no doubt in the abundant blessings that are still to come. Rachelle- we all missed you at teenwell this morning, and the pancakes were underwhelming to say the least without you having force fed them to us (lol.) Zak- smile :)
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God bless, Lucy xx
Ps for those of you who watch Stranger things, season 2 is lit (but I’d much rather be in India than binge watching Netflix in bed)
KT McKay we missed your face out at FA this morning!! Erin + Sarah spotted a new boy out this morning (maybe Sarah will ask him to her formal lol)
ReplyDeleteEverything looks amazing!! Super excited to hear all about when you’re back.
Praying for all you guys!!
Caitlin x
What can we say the photos are great and the blog is brilliant. We so enjoy seeing the snapshot from each day. So many have been asking about your trip. All we can say is that you are really enjoying your time in India . Hope the remainder of your time with the children exceeds your already high expectations. Xo. Ps Bob (the one who is not our cat ) says ‘hi’
ReplyDeleteGreat blog folks - keep them coming we look forward to reading them every evening. I'm sure you can't wait to be back at Tigri tomorrow to continue with the good work - can't believe how the time is going in - make the most of the next few days - I'm sure you will!
ReplyDeleteWhat another great day you've all had. Adam you're like the ones in my house, sauce with everything!! The sights look amazing and thanks for the extra photos of yesterday. They're fantastic. Bethan you look very happy in these photos which is great to see. Keep it up and enjoy being back with the children tomorrow. Caitlin talked about you all day today! She says she missing you but enjoys the extra spoiling she's getting too! (Another teddy today!) To the whole team take care tomorrow and enjoy every minute. From the mclaughlins. Xo
ReplyDeleteAs promised Zak- Lewis Hamilton - World Champion- he finished 9th after crash with Vettel who finished fourth. Everton lost 2-0
ReplyDeleteomds that all looked amazing! hope tomorrow you have fun with the kids :) missing you all!
ReplyDeleteAmazing sights to be seen today - so pleased to hear you’re all enjoying the trip - and the teachers are looking after you all - including Boris!! - aimee granny and Granda send their love and are happy to hear you’re still fit and well - Zak I’m glad to hear you’ve swapped the green chillis for ketchup!!!
ReplyDeleteLoving the photos and my daily evening blog catch up before bed!! Thanks for all the fun & laughs so we can all share a little of your amazing trip. Praying you all enjoy being back in Tigri tomorrow & todays rest has you all set up for a busy, life-changing, enjoyable week serving the people of the slums & sharing part of yourselves with them. Mrs H!
ReplyDeleteReading this brings back all the memories of 2011 and I'm glad you are all having such an amazing time! Continue to enjoy every minute.
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A green arm, Boris the squirrel, tomato ketchup pizza.... hilarious! Another fantastic blog post, sounds like a brilliant day. You seem to be getting on so well and it's just great to keep hearing about your adventures! I'm sure you'll all be very keen to get back to tigri today to see all the new friends you've made. You're all doing great!!! Mrs L and Joshua xx
ReplyDeletePoor Napolean being ousted by that squirrel Boris.
ReplyDeleteHi Aimee thought you might like to know this text came from Dad ....Mr black I think phoned me up from academy to ask for Aimee, he forgot she in India , he wanted to say they just found out she was second in the whole of northern Ireland in single award science. But didn't know in time for awards ceremony thing
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you are all loving it so much!! A pink lady and 2 Hogwarts students are heading off to Jordan’s wishing Steph and Suzanne were joining us! Can’t wait to see you all soon! Love from Ellen, Sarah and Holly xo
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