Melissa
@beemelissa
American looking for information about India
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About me
American
Lives in Boston
Speaks english, limited spanish
Registration: 24 August 2013
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Finally here, in Pune by beemelissa
I made it safe and sound. Pune is nicer than I was thinking it would be. I'm enjoying myself so far. Have yet to make any friends, or find a hobby, but maybe in time. Wouldn't mind learning some basic yoga, and take hindi classes. I'd even love to ...
we are in hadapsar. ive decided to just go with the flow now. im a fish out of water trying to adjust. i cant afford to stress myself out. Read More
Going for Walks by Smilingorchid
Hi all, I am curious. In europe, it is usual to go for walks, picnics etc. I heard that the pollution levels in Pune are too high to take walks and picnics.. is this true? Also, how safe is it to walk on the streets etc? Smiling Orchid
thats what i thought. evening walks would be better. problem is, my husband gets home at 10 pm. we cherish our time before the office, i love after dinner walks the best!! thanks Read More
Finally here, in Pune
I made it safe and sound. Pune is nicer than I was thinking it would be. I'm enjoying myself so far. Have yet to make any friends, or find a hobby, but maybe in time. Wouldn't mind learning some basic yoga, and take hindi classes. I'd even love to ... Read More
Pune Expats & Locals by Zedino72
Hello. I am going to be relocating to Pune with family in March 2014 and would love to hear from both locals and expats on what life is like in Pune. I currently reside in cold and miserable England so quite looking forward to some better weather ...
Just moved here from even colder Massachusetts, USA. Right now the weather is AWESOME!!! It will be a tough move, but an unforgettable one. Do it. I'm here with my husband until we get immigration settled in USA. At the same time we are looking for ... Read More
Just moved to pune! by MeganL25
Hello all, I'm Megan and I just relocated to pune, India for work temporarily (2 years). It's my first time to India and I'd love any help or information I can get in regards to navigating through India! If someone could spend a day or 2 showing me ...
Hello I just moved to Pune as well. It's a nice place. I'm originally from New England, USA. I miss home something fierce, but I am glad to be here with my husband and his family. I'm not sure what to do with myself half the time so I sit and ... Read More
Going for Walks by Smilingorchid
Hi all, I am curious. In europe, it is usual to go for walks, picnics etc. I heard that the pollution levels in Pune are too high to take walks and picnics.. is this true? Also, how safe is it to walk on the streets etc? Smiling Orchid
I'm from USA. We take walks, have picnics with no issues. When I got here my husband and I would wake to go on morning walks. I see a lot of people on morning walks. HOWEVER as the weeks went by I find it harder and harder for me to go on these ... Read More
Interviews: expats in India by Julie
Hi all, We are setting up a new section on the website focused on you! The Interviews section will indeed feature expats all over the world. We are then looking for testimonies of people living in India interested in sharing their ...
i'd love to participate, I'll be in Pune after Jan 10, 2014 Read More
I'm married to an Indian and moving to Pune. by beemelissa
Does anyone have any advice on how to make this move easier on me? I've been to Inida many times, but not to live. I'm not interested in sticking out, maybe making some other American or foreign friends. Not sure what I will do for work, or just ...
hello!!! im so glad to know im not the only one moving to india. im excited, yet nervous. pm message me. ** Read More
I'm married to an Indian and moving to Pune. by beemelissa
Does anyone have any advice on how to make this move easier on me? I've been to Inida many times, but not to live. I'm not interested in sticking out, maybe making some other American or foreign friends. Not sure what I will do for work, or just ...
thanks for the welcome. it looks like i'll be moving to indiain late November or early december. im excited to be with my husband, but im concerned that i'll have nothing to do while he is at work. i have 2 dogs that i'd like to bring with me. ... Read More
I'm married to an Indian and moving to Pune. by beemelissa
Does anyone have any advice on how to make this move easier on me? I've been to Inida many times, but not to live. I'm not interested in sticking out, maybe making some other American or foreign friends. Not sure what I will do for work, or just ...
Just curious...how easy is it to make friends or meet expats rather in Pune? How did you people get visa s longer than 6 month tourist visa? Did your spouses get entry visas for you? I have no clue how this works. Read More
what is the best age difference for marriage? by denise cherry
I am in a serious relationship which has a 26year difference between us. I get mixed reviews from people in both my country and my boyfriends country. I know love and stability matter but I wonder does age too? So let me ask, in ur opinion which ...
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what is the best age difference for marriage? by denise cherry
I am in a serious relationship which has a 26year difference between us. I get mixed reviews from people in both my country and my boyfriends country. I know love and stability matter but I wonder does age too? So let me ask, in ur opinion which ...
I'm older than my husband. DO NOT listen to anyone but your heart. Age does not matter. The key is to love wholeheartedly and communicate. I wish you luck. ;) Read More
Interracial relationships - sweetest taboo? by Nim0
I am in an interracial relationhsip and I think its the sweetest taboo! ...What's your personal experience on DO's and NO-NO's? Mine: Do: Respect each other's traditions/culture (though some can be extremely bizzare) Dont: NO SUPRISES! Prepare ...
I'm white American married to a Kashmiri Indian. We don't even notice the race difference, just some cultural things but we manage. Most of his family members are just as white as me and maybe even more modern. It just depends on the situation. Love ... Read More
does age matter? by charryC
Surely, age doesn't matter But how come it seems to be more acceptable for a woman to have a 10 years older partner than her having a 10 years younger fella? ..is this just a classic example of stereotyping? that it is okay for a man to have a ...
im older than my husband. it's not an issue for us in any way. you would never know. we dont care if others dont like it. we are happy and thats what is important. Read More
I'm married to an Indian and moving to Pune.
Does anyone have any advice on how to make this move easier on me? I've been to Inida many times, but not to live. I'm not interested in sticking out, maybe making some other American or foreign friends. Not sure what I will do for work, or just ... Read More