Real estate with a view

I accompanied Ambika and her son and husband to see a flat they're considering buying. It's still in the building stages, and the words Occupational Health and Safety are irrelevant to the construction industry here. It has a view of two lakes, hills in the background and a really good cross breeze. I brought all my Sydney knowledge to bear. Told them if they're buying at this stage they can put a full window in the living room - even, dare I say, sliding doors. Also to demand that they have say in their finishes. It's very expensive for here - $70,000 - two bedrooms and in the very best part of town. Ambika and her husband assured me I would always have a place to stay in Udaipur.

Their 12 year old son, drove the car from where it was parked. Drivers licenses being just a formality.

When we returned I had a toasted sandwich, and then the staff and I took photographs of each other which I've sent to all their yahoo.co.in emails. India's wired, or should I say wirelessed, even though they work on screens that are blurred and keyboards that skip letters.

And now I have to pack for my move to the Garden Hotel. Not sure what my internet access will be, but stay tuned. At worst I'll do a multiple posting when I return to the Shiv Nivas on 2 July. That is if I'm not busy rewriting the script. Meeting with 'The Boss' tomorrow at 10.15. And then off to the airport to pick up Shannon and Paul. I'm so excited. I've been mentally following their flight since I woke up this morning.