Yesterday was the inauguration of the OMAXE Construction project. There was a surprisingly full turn-out. I say surprisingly, because the invitations were sent out two days in advance in a typical Indian fashion. Nonetheless, there was plenty of support from various NGOs around Delhi, including UNAIDS, UNDP, NACO and Act on Aid. We were in charge of presenting flowers to some of the most distinguished guest speakers, taking photos and registering guests. The program was short and sweet, and concluded with cake and chai.
Afterwards, the interns piled into a little white stick-shift and were off....so we thought. Little did we know, that what seemed like a well running hunk of metal, was actually a broken down piece of shit. Now, I kid you not...the car stalled LITERALLY every 2-5 minutes. We had to get out (in Delhi traffic, sticky heat, and dressed in heels) to push with all our might (Little Miss Sunshine style) until the car was started, run to catch up, and jump in. It was by far, the funniest thing that I have experienced this summer-maybe ever. We had cars honking and people gawking at the crazy white kids trying to get their piece of crap car to start. Of all the wild things that I've witnessed in India, this was my one moment to be the "show." If only I had a video.
Tomorrow is the International UNAIDS Conference, which we have been invited to. (eek!) This is truly a once in a lifetime experience. We will be in charge of registration again and keeping the meeting minutes. Look forward to a blog update soon!
Peace!
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