So I'm standing on the platform in Kent, getting last minute instructions to Euston from Nineeta's sister Rada, and a woman standing next to us had an extra London underground map which she generously gave me. I said goodbye to Rada and this woman and I got chatting. She asked me where I was from, where I was travelling to and I told her I want to go to India, specifically, Calcutta. Turns out she was born there and knows of the place I want to volunteer at, as well as the sister who runs the place! She also told me that she is married to a Nigerian who lives in Lagos and spends her time between Calcutta and Nigeria. Needless to say, we had plenty to talk about on the short journey to London. We have exchanged details and will keep in touch as I make my plans to go there. It so happens she will be there at the same time as I hope to be and has offered to help me find a place to stay and get settled. It absolutely astonishes me when these things happen. I mean, really! I was supposed to catch the train before this one but ran late and ended up on the the next one. I continue to trust that things will unfold for me as they are meant to and all my needs will be met.
Wow.
This weekend I am off to the Lake District for a few days of walking and enjoying the verdant green lush beauty of the area. It may rain the whole time, but I have the gear and am really looking forward to walking again. It's weird how much I miss it after my Camino....it's a form of meditation that seems to really ground me.
I am still trying to upload photos from my iPad so will try one now....
