We're back in Madurai and it feels like we never left! C.'s being a bit like Kumar, everything's such a trial! I know you don't like the food dear, stop being such a martyr.

Family service in the evening with dodgy songs and five minute breaks between scenes. There were going to be 'carol rounds' this evening but it's rained solidly since six, so no chance. Nic's doing fine, getting prepared for going home – we're going to go out to eat lots this week!

I'll write more tomorrow – it's late!