Journey to the Bhaja Caves

Although the viewing of the Bhaja Caves was the main activity, what really intrigued me was the journey to the caves rather than the caves themselves. On the bus ride to the site the group was finally able to get a glimpse of the real India! Able to see housing, local stores and markets, and even animals like cows, dogs, and camels; we finally realized that we were in a country half way across the world! I remember Kalin explaining how ungrateful she felt when she saw how other people in the world were living. I can still see us climbing the steps to the caves in our multi colored ponchos as the rain heavily poured down on us! All tired but pushing one another to go on! It seemed as though we would never reach the top! It was then that I realized that we were the epitome of a family; relying on one another, encouraging one another, and making sure no one is left behind!