DAY 14

February 10, 2025

Let the sun shine again!

We get up early to head back to the hospital. It is a real shame that we have little time to enjoy this hotel built in the largest and most beautiful palace. Karen & I enjoyed dinner here on a previous trip – this was my first stay.

I was escorted to a most beautiful outdoor patio for coffee. Sitting just a few feet away was my best friend from college Stuart Goode and his partner Nancy Cooley. It so great to happen upon them unexpectedly. We knew each other were traveling in India at the same time however our schedules did not intersect. Our plans had changed and here they are. We had a wonderful visit. They are in love with India as much as we are.

Todd and I arrived at the hospital around 9:00. Karen is still in the ICU bed, sitting up eating, with a big smile on her face. She is back! and ready to move on. Unfortunately the process to get her released is not easy. Finally, by 1:00 we are on our way to catch our flight to Delhi. Karen has remarked several times what great care she had and how friendly everyone was. By the way the total bill for the emergency room, an MRI annd over night in the ICU including anll the doctors was $550.00. Another India memory – but one we will NOT repeat.

Our stay at a Delhi airport hotel is uneventful. We enjoy a good dinner and retire early for a few hours sleep. We will get up again at 10:30 PM on Monday to catch our 2:45 AM flight to Chicago.

Robert