In Bangalore: Even here in Bangalore, I could see masked people walking streets. Also, the schools were closed for couple of days.

At work: My client from Singapore canceled his India visit due to H1N1 fear. In office, one has to be prepared to endure the scary stares one receives when he/she coughs or sneezes. Recently they have made it mandatory to wash hands with alcoholic sanitizers before entering office.

Last but not the least, back at home: My mom dried leaves of tulsi, brahmi, curry leaves and amrita valli (also known as amrita balli, not sure what they call it in English. This is known as a immune booster for common ailments like cough, cold, fever etc) powdered them and I was made to have it with hot water every morning on empty stomach. The powder is bitter and I had to endure the discomfort of the bitter taste.

Well, I guess that was a lengthy comment.

Here is a funny anecdote; I was looking for a particular Marathi Book and it was sold out; The shopkeeper said he’s ready to put in an order for many books from Pune and I should get it in a few days.

Then about two weeks later, just before I returned, I called on him and he said:
“Sorry I did not place the order – see the Publisher in Pune sends a guy to deliver the books; and with all this Swine flu scare, I don’t anyone from Pune to come to my shop!”

Ha hA! I thought that was funny; of course, I did not get my book. Perhaps next time.

Glad you are all doing well.