The good news about giving up was that I got to spend an extra week with Russel! I even made it in time for the Pohela Falgun (পহেলা ফাল্গুন) spring celebrations. Pohela Falgun falls on February 13th and marks the first day of spring in Bangladesh. The Change The Lives centre had a day of festivities planned and I was lucky enough to be invited along. Zinat, the centre manager, lent me a sari, helped me get changed and then the festivities began! The day included lots of dancing, games, throwing yellow powder, special food and a talent show, it was a lot of fun and awesome to see everyone dressed up.
Me and Russ then travelled to Chittagong, Bangladesh’s second largest city, and spent a few days there, enjoying a day trip on yet another boat in the process. Soon enough, the week was up and it was time for me to return home. A final scooter ride to the airport and an emotional fair well was all that was left. One thing is for sure though, this won’t be the last time I visit Bangladesh!
