Bride and Prejudice

Today was Southall! So cool! 

But before that, I woke up and did some homework and enjoyed a quiet morning. Then we all popped on the train to Southall! 

It all started with a Sikh temple. Before we went, we had learned a little about the temple and how to not offend people. We went up into the main hall and listened to readers reading from the scriptures. Of course, I couldn't understand any of it, but it was cool to hear. After listening, we went downstairs to have a dinner with the people there. The food tasted good but didn't sit with me too well. Then we headed to help clean up and did a few dishes to contribute. Sadly, the only person I really tried to talk to didn't speak any English which was fairly discouraging. 

Then we went to a small Hindu temple which was cool. We went to a larger one which was very interesting! One of the priests there spoke to us and explained more about the Hindu people believe. It was really interesting. I feel like I know so much more about those cultures and people.

Then we spent some time in the market there. I bought some shoes and some bangles and stuff. It was really fun! Then it was time for some more Indian food! Thankfully, I felt a lot better by this time. We went as a giant group of students and teachers to Gifto a pakistani Indian restaurant. It was delicious and nice and spicy! Just what I needed! 

Then it was time for Henna! There was this great lady who did our henna! She was from Bombay and really friendly. There are some pictures below of what it looked like during and after. It stays on for about 3 weeks and was a fun adventure!

We came home and just chilled for a while. Kaitlin and I were pretty hungry so we ran over to Burger King because it was time for a familiar American burger! haha!

Now we are all watching Bride and Prejudice down in the classroom on the big screen! Bollywood movies rock! :) I think we need to rent this when I get home! It is a winner! haha

Love you all! 

Tomorrow: Westminster Abbey and a cool dance festival we found out about! Super excited! 

After we had rubbed off the Henna! That's Kaitlin's hand on the left and mine on the right!

Right after it was put on!!

The Sikh Temple! Sooo big and beautiful!