Hey all,
      It's getting to the point of returning home. I am very much looking forword to leaving India. The last few days have seemed so long. I want a warm shower and a nice big bed with warm loving arms wrapped around me. The shala closed yesterday, most of us took today (Thursday) off from practicing and then on Friday and Sarurday we will practice on our own.  Then I will go see Iron Maiden with my friends James and Jules, leave Bangalore on the 18 and start my train ride up North to Delhi. I fly out of Delhi Tuesday night at 10:45. I'm not sure of my exact arrival time. 
      I do not have much to add. I think I've documented most of the exciting things that have happened to me on this trip. Sharath told me I need to come back two more times, three months each, in order to be authorized. My plan will be to return in December of '07, do a workshop with Sharath in Goa and then go to Mysore for the next couple of months. 
      This has been an extremely productive experience. I feel like I've learned a ton from Sharath, Guriji and Saraswati. Everyday was a learning experience. From yoga, to the socializing, to personal time. I hope it carries over to my home life in the most productive way. Notice Pattabhi's shirt in the picture of us,"Bad Man".
      Thank you , I hope you found this interesting. 
                                                      Love, Chuck