Indian Sayings...

Being here for 6 months, we knew that it was inevitable that we would pick up some 'Indian sayings'. Out of the 4 of us, little Milan was the one that first to make noticeable transitions.

Examples....

The other day Milan had to do a project about seasons. He picked winter. We were collecting pictures that related to Winter. We quickly gathered some that showed what you would wear in the winter. So Milan proceeded to tell me all of the things.... boots, coat, mitten, and muffler.... yes, he said muffler. This is the 'Indian' term for a winter scarf. Those of you that are Indian can relate to this one!!

Another one.... he was playing with his cars and then he proceeded to tell Mira that one of his cars can go 100 kilometers per hour!! Kilometers...???? Isn't it miles per hour.... yes, he had started to make the transition to the metric system!!

The best.... is the way Milan speaks to Manjula (our maid). He turns on this thick Indian accent and uses his hands and adds in the occasional 'Indian' head bobble (this is worthy of its own post). He strongly believes that she will be able to understand him better withe the 'accent'. Truly entertaining to watch!!