Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Zelina Fernandes 2nd posting
my first experience of India was great, until this morning when I felt sick. I got a little emotional. this is my first time out of the country and away from my family, so i am getting home sick. It is very interesting to see how in India the family are really close. During many of the meetings today, I felt like there is alot of stress and commitment to their families that make it hard for women to become leaders. Also, many of the guest speakers spoke about how at an early age it taught that you girls would be married off, so their is no point in having a great education. ALthough the women know about of these flaws and etc. they still manage to fight for their dreams. it's like what Amrita Somaiya said it depends on the women to fight for her dream!! But the expereince of India is getting better. I don't feel as sick, although I am extremely tired. This trip has been great so far!! Can't wait to go shopping!!
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haha! always a bright side, like going shopping! No, your writing is very thought-provoking about the women of different nations, and the struggles they must overcome in order to reach their goals. I think as an American I sometimes forget how lucky I am that women and men are (almost) equal. I also applaud your courage for meeting these issues head on through study abroad even though you miss your family.
I have been working for a free video chat service called ooVoo recently that I thought you might be interested in. While I studies abroad I spent a ton of money on phone cards to call home because I didn't know I could do it for free! Oovoo is very easy to use, quick to download, and has much better quality than other services of its kind. you can email videos or post them on your blog as well. It is a great way to visually share your experience with loved ones, as well as see the faces of those you miss so much.
I hope you have the happiest and safest of travels.
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