Kerela was amazing! We gotta lot of sun. For some religious/governmental reason, the 1st of August is a alcohol free day in the state. This was the first night we were there, and we were in the resort ready to party. This was a bit upsetting for most since most people enjoy the act of drinking on their vacations. We ended up making a bonfire and playing some interesting/sexual games lol it was hilarious. Before we went on the house boat, a few of us were exploring the forest areas and we ran into this lady in a hut/house who was rolling bidis!! (Bidis are a type of cigarette but with a quarter amount of tobacco inside and wrapped up in a tobacco leave with string). It was so cool! We offered her some money for them, but she refused to take our money and just gave us some. So nice.

I am going to miss Manipal! Even though I'm excited to be home and see you guys again, I am really going to miss the people here. We've all made connections here, be them minor or major and it will be tough to go our separate ways. Once Peter and I are gone, the original small batch of interns will be no more. I told everyone that the next few days were going to stock up on beer and play American drinking games! :D Like beer pong, flip cup, survivor, kings, etc. It's gonna be awesome.

This is my last Indian post, so I'll post my final pictures so you guys can see what I've been doing. See you in the USA!!!