apparently it's not party season yet...

or so we were told tonight when we attended the 30th wedding anniversary of one of our administrative staff members.  after the monsoons, in October or November, the real party season starts to gear up...the weather is considered best for weddings and other festive celebrations at that time.   The couple who was celebrating 30 beautiful years has been one of the most friendly, accommodating and generous; trying to help us volunteers transition to life in Bangladesh.  They've arranged and accompanied us to Rangamati, planned dinners and invited us to join them on days off at the Chittagong Club (the only 'social elite' club that exists in Chittagong...many more exist in Dhaka...the Chittagong Club not only has a bangin' good restaurant but a bar, swimming pool, gym, library AND bakery. all in one. craziness).  The night was full of meeting new contacts and getting to know our staff a bit better in a more relaxed environment. which was fantastic.  and it was at one of my favorite restaurants in Chittagong - Ambrosia - which reminds me of restaurants you might see in large US cities - almost looks like a converted warehouse. very tastefully done. 

Until the 'real' party season rolls around, our social calendars will have to suffice as is - packed full of meetings with other volunteers we've found throughout the city of Chittagong, personal invites to dinner parties and, the alltime favorite, barbeque/game nights with the rest of the WorldTeach/AUW staff.   As lovely as this all sounds, I promise it's not all fun and games.  we do work a good amount too...