So, I actually haven’t worked a full work week since I started here.
There have been a few days where fate, and my lengthy visits to the Foreigner’s Registration Office have awarded me time off work, and I’ve spent it doing a little exploring on my own.
My favorite place in Bangalore is Cubbon Park — I’m a sucker for a nice green space. My first Unofficial Day Off was spent there, sitting under my favorite tree, reading a book. Then, I walked to UB City, a high-end mall, and enjoyed my first solo meal ever.
My second Unofficial Day Off, I took a rickshaw to the same area, and had lunch with a friend at UB City. There’s an art museum off of Cubbon Park, Venkatappa Art Gallery, so I walked over there and browsed the exhibits. My ticket included the history museum as well, so I spent some time there. Then I walked some more, did a lil shopping, and made it in my Uber just before the regular afternoon rainfall.
Besides the weekends, my Unofficial Days Off are my favorite days. While my work is interesting, I really enjoy having time to myself where I can get to know the city, eat more, and live my best life. As a matter of fact, I’m trying to curate a life for myself where all my days are Unofficial Days Off. First step, asking for Official Days off from my supervisor. Second step, looking for jobs where I can have flexible hours or work remotely. Because who wouldn’t want a life of day drinking on a Tuesday??
प्यार से, Rai
Bangalore Doston 