In the Arabian Sea

Wednesday, March 25, 2009 – In the Arabian Sea
Hot and humid after a hazy morning

Several meetings this morning and running around to get paperwork done. Computer work and lectures on the Carter White House and Mumbai destination talk. Room service for lunch so we could see the movie “Slumdog Millionaire”. Well, have you seen it? It is quite appropriate since we are in Mumbai tomorrow and we heard it won so many awards. But how many Americans can relate to something like that? I really wonder. And how many can understand the dialogue and understand the family situation and orphanages…I would probably not have gone to see it in the US but it is quite appropriate for this destination.

Had a haircut, sat and read about Mumbai, had a quick swim, and ate dinner with friends and Col. Bauer, the Social Aide in the White House and then to the show to see Glen Smith (musician) and Rondell Sheridan, comedian. We heard we had an Indian war ship circling us all day for protection. In one way you hope it is a rumor, but in another way, it is comforting news.

Lectures offered today: Mumbai, The Partition of India and Social Life in the Carter White House. Champagne Art Auction, Wine Tasting Seminar.