75%Blue Sapphire Hostel I

Very nice family and they allow us to drink beers and listen to music in their saloom (by late in the night). The only problem is the location. If you were print first the map to give it to the taxi driver because for sure he won't find the place (ti is very dificult and there is no panel).... more Very nice family and they allow us to drink beers and listen to music in their saloom (by late in the night). The only problem is the location. If you were print first the map to give it to the taxi driver because for sure he won't find the place (ti is very dificult and there is no panel). Moreover is very far from the center; dopends on what you want because we want to be relax and it was great.close

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by ismaelpatino2980 – posted on Nov 20, 2008

4

It was great hostel the rooms were very clean with all comforts they serve very nice breakfast the owner was very nice and helpful monuments and musiums are very close the resturents and bar are walking distance from the place we enjoyed the tipical indian food we will definately recomend the...

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by sophiaa – posted on Nov 18, 2008

1

not a typical hostel - more of a homestay, so bear in mind if looking to meet other travellers. Otherwise nice friendly reception and good room.

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by andrewklloyd8322 – posted on Nov 14, 2008

2

Its a great great hostel, where you can feel a backpacker travelling in Style. you get as new towel every day, bathroom and rooms are cleaned every morning. Then staff are extremely helpful and will try to do anything to serve you as much as possible. The neigbhourhood is nice, Would definitely... more Its a great great hostel, where you can feel a backpacker travelling in Style. you get as new towel every day, bathroom and rooms are cleaned every morning. Then staff are extremely helpful and will try to do anything to serve you as much as possible. The neigbhourhood is nice, Would definitely recommend it!! I would even send my mum to this hostel...:-) they also organised my Rajasthan tour very well and memorable and at very reasonable priceclose

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by ritaa – posted on Nov 9, 2008

1

I was pick-up at the airport on time. My room was very clean, spacious, w/bathroom, closet, cable TV, AC. Mr. Rajiv was very helpful and helped me book trips around India at great prices. It was my first time traveling to India. The location of the hostel is very secure and as a young female... more I was pick-up at the airport on time. My room was very clean, spacious, w/bathroom, closet, cable TV, AC. Mr. Rajiv was very helpful and helped me book trips around India at great prices. It was my first time traveling to India. The location of the hostel is very secure and as a young female traveling alone, I definitely recommend it. Also, is close to many popular places in Delhi. I will stay at this hostel again when I travel Delhi againclose

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by robinrose – posted on Oct 28, 2008

1

This is a private accommodation not a hostel. The negative side was that the room was disgusting and the toilet horrible. With the same price you get a really good room for example in YWCA hostel. The family was nice though they didn't speak English too well, only the owner.

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by hennitaari3131 – posted on Oct 27, 2008

2

This Hostel is in a fantastic location,The owner was so friendly and helpful and the pick up service from the airport was great. The owner organised our tour to Rajasthan at very reasonable rate and excilent service .This was my first time to India and I was a little anxious but the staff at the... more This Hostel is in a fantastic location,The owner was so friendly and helpful and the pick up service from the airport was great. The owner organised our tour to Rajasthan at very reasonable rate and excilent service .This was my first time to India and I was a little anxious but the staff at the hostel certainly put me at ease. The Indian people are so friendly and we had nothing but positve experieces with the locals. When you arrive in India it is a culture shock butclose

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by yuko007 – posted on Oct 27, 2008

1

i drove around in a taxi for about an hour trying to find it. i had the address but i didnt have their phone number. we asked several hotels and none knew where it was. this is because it isnt an actual hotel. its a guest house. you stay in someones house. the owner is very nice. but it is... more i drove around in a taxi for about an hour trying to find it. i had the address but i didnt have their phone number. we asked several hotels and none knew where it was. this is because it isnt an actual hotel. its a guest house. you stay in someones house. the owner is very nice. but it is extremely over priced. after using the shower for a minute it ran out of pressure then i had to let it trickle out to wash the soap off. if it was cheaper it would be fine.close

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by sethchin2532 – posted on Oct 19, 2008

10

This Hostel is in a fantastic location,The staff were so friendly and helpful and the pick up service from the airport was great. The owner was very friendly and stopped and showed us some sights along the way. . The Indian people are so friendly and we had nothing but positve experieces with the... more This Hostel is in a fantastic location,The staff were so friendly and helpful and the pick up service from the airport was great. The owner was very friendly and stopped and showed us some sights along the way. . The Indian people are so friendly and we had nothing but positve experieces with the locals. Mr Bhalla made a very good travel arrangment for us for all sightseeing at reasonable price and very safeclose

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by suzi123 – posted on Oct 11, 2008

1

I am 54 and backpacking for 30 years. This was my 3d visit in India and never I did have such peace of mind. Radjiv, the manager never tries to impose timewasting silk, marble and other shopvisits upon you. He askes onces and then never again...an experience I never ha before in India. He brings... more I am 54 and backpacking for 30 years. This was my 3d visit in India and never I did have such peace of mind. Radjiv, the manager never tries to impose timewasting silk, marble and other shopvisits upon you. He askes onces and then never again...an experience I never ha before in India. He brings you were ever you want and you can stay an visit everythong a long as you want and does al this for verry fair prices. An absolute recommanded place to stay if you visit Dehli and surroundings. He even drives his car as far as Agra, stays overnight for Fathepur Sikri...you ask...Radjiv will see what he can do...an he is always good company> His Blue Sapphire is like all what a hostel or B&B should be. Annyone who complains should book star hotels indstead of a hostel. John, Gilberte and Mr. Kingfisher.close

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by grumpy5109 – posted on Oct 8, 2008

1

The hostel was fantastic and this was due to the hospitality of the owner who made me feel very welcome. He advised me on my travel arrangements and made bookings making my trip to India hassle free!!! If you are single female traveller this is the place to stop at initially!!!! Home Away from... more The hostel was fantastic and this was due to the hospitality of the owner who made me feel very welcome. He advised me on my travel arrangements and made bookings making my trip to India hassle free!!! If you are single female traveller this is the place to stop at initially!!!! Home Away from Home was very accomodating and tailor made for my needs. Well Done!close

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by michaa1957 – posted on Oct 7, 2008

1

This is homestay, we really have an excellent time with Rajiv and his family, was really good people and the tours we made with Rajiv were really good, very secure. If you want to be in the middle of the city this is not the place, but if you want security and knowing indian culture, this is the... more This is homestay, we really have an excellent time with Rajiv and his family, was really good people and the tours we made with Rajiv were really good, very secure. If you want to be in the middle of the city this is not the place, but if you want security and knowing indian culture, this is the place. If we someday return India, we will do it at Sapphire Hostelclose

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by gmarambi241 – posted on Aug 11, 2008

5

It's rather hard to review the hostel because when we arrived we were told there was a mistake in booking system, so our room was occupied.The substitution we were offered was quite nice though.

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by truehelgi8806 – posted on Aug 3, 2008

4

This Hostel is in a fantastic location,The staff were so friendly and helpful and the pick up service from the airport was great. The owner was very friendly and stopped and showed us some sights along the way. .This was my first time to India and I was a little anxious but the staff at the... more This Hostel is in a fantastic location,The staff were so friendly and helpful and the pick up service from the airport was great. The owner was very friendly and stopped and showed us some sights along the way. .This was my first time to India and I was a little anxious but the staff at the hostel certainly put me at ease. The Indian people are so friendly and we had nothing but positve experieces with the locals. When you arrive in India it is a culture shock but I assure you if you just take it all in and imbrace the people you will have a great time. We are very much eager to return to India and stay with the wonderful this hostel. Thanks so much for a great stay.close

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by rosaa – posted on Jul 12, 2008

1

Owner is EX Airline Pilot Cap Bhalla he is very polite and helpful.They were very accomodating and organised a great tour to Agra to see the Taj Mehal, so i didn't have to worry about a thing. The rooms were very comfortable and clean..would highly reccomend the Blue Sapphire when coming to... more Owner is EX Airline Pilot Cap Bhalla he is very polite and helpful.They were very accomodating and organised a great tour to Agra to see the Taj Mehal, so i didn't have to worry about a thing. The rooms were very comfortable and clean..would highly reccomend the Blue Sapphire when coming to DelhiIt was one of the best places I stayed in my travelings. These people are so good and kind and make you feel welcome from the first moment. You are in their house and you feel an honored guest. Their house is immaculate clean, the room was big and spotless with en suite bathroom. I will highlly recomend the placeclose

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by jakson – posted on Jun 16, 2008

1

this hostel was a bit of a shock as there are no signs and its in the middle of an apartment complex. The owner doesnt use a sign to "avoid problems with the government". Anyway, the location is no where near anything and the rooms in the basement smell like garbage covered with bad... more this hostel was a bit of a shock as there are no signs and its in the middle of an apartment complex. The owner doesnt use a sign to "avoid problems with the government". Anyway, the location is no where near anything and the rooms in the basement smell like garbage covered with bad cologne. but the price is right..what can you do? Don't take his tours they are a complete rip off. He quoted me 10 thousand ruppes for a 4 day tour...and a tourist agency quoted me 8thousand rupees.close

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by leahgardiner4675 – posted on Jun 12, 2008

6

This is a beautiful guest house. The owner is really nice Capt Bhalla is retired as a Airline pilot trustwothy and straightforward he will help you arrange transport for Agra,Jaipur and things to do. The food is lovely. Delhi itself is the most exciting place and . I don't have anything bad to... more This is a beautiful guest house. The owner is really nice Capt Bhalla is retired as a Airline pilot trustwothy and straightforward he will help you arrange transport for Agra,Jaipur and things to do. The food is lovely. Delhi itself is the most exciting place and . I don't have anything bad to say about this guest house. If you plan to stay in Delhi this is the place to stay. Great place.The most friendly, welcoming and hospitable hosts of the whole holiday. A safe place to rest in After chatting to him at length, I think he gets more satisfaction from running the place well than from the profits as he is quite well off already. The breakfast was fresh and delicious They were helpful regarding organising tours, providing information, etc .Great location A great place to stay. very good, very friendly staff, helpful recommendations, very good tips. 10/10 It's like home from homeclose

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by michal21 – posted on Jun 11, 2008

4

dont ask for room service because they probably wont come and dont forget the 25% tax they dont mention when u checkin. also try to negotiate with them for the room prices

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by heliorodrigues – posted on Jun 6, 2008

1

This is not a hostel, it's a home stay in a residential area in the very south of Delhi, miles away from anywhere. There is nothing to do near by and I did not see another soul all the time I was there. I only stayed here for one of the 3nights I had booked, before moving else where.

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by ste7t8 – posted on May 2, 2008

1

Blue Sapphire, gave an excellent service, whilst we were in India. The staff were particularly helpful organising a 3 day "Golden Triangle" tour for us. The pickup was on time and the room very comfortable. If you do take a tour with them however, and the driver should advise... more Blue Sapphire, gave an excellent service, whilst we were in India. The staff were particularly helpful organising a 3 day "Golden Triangle" tour for us. The pickup was on time and the room very comfortable. If you do take a tour with them however, and the driver should advise you to take a guide, please be weary as you may spend your time being forced into shops inbetween sights. Highly reccomended for anyone on a tight budget!close

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by aleertw1022 – posted on Apr 13, 2008

14

This Budget Hostel provides- Neat Rooms with Breakfast, value packages, Pickups at good prices and much more Conveniently located in South Delhi with good connections to all parts of city by bus, taxi and auto rickshaws. Airport pick & drop available for resonable price either way. rooms... more This Budget Hostel provides- Neat Rooms with Breakfast, value packages, Pickups at good prices and much more Conveniently located in South Delhi with good connections to all parts of city by bus, taxi and auto rickshaws. Airport pick & drop available for resonable price either way. rooms are very clean with attach bath people are very welcoming and helpful they organised my tour to rajasthan at very reasonable and very good service I really enjoyed my tour and living in there place i wanted to stay more but i had to go further south i will definately recomend the stay if i get chance to come to Delhi again i will stay there againclose

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by joanaa – posted on Apr 4, 2008

1

is a very lovely place.they welcomed me into their place at 4 in the morning when i was lost in Delhi without any luggage.They were very accomodating and organised a great tour to Agra to see the Taj Mehal, so i didn't have to worry about a thing. The rooms were very comfortable and... more is a very lovely place.they welcomed me into their place at 4 in the morning when i was lost in Delhi without any luggage.They were very accomodating and organised a great tour to Agra to see the Taj Mehal, so i didn't have to worry about a thing. The rooms were very comfortable and clean..would highly reccomend the Blue Sapphire 1 when coming to DelhiIt was one of the best places I stayed in my travelings. These people are so good and kind and make you feel welcome from the first moment. You are in their house and you feel an honored guest. They even helped me trough a difficult situation Their house is immaculate clean, the room was big and spotless with en suite bathroom. And then it was the food. Amazingly delicious, fresh, colorful and true Indian. I even took one recipe (thank you very much for that). I wont have your fresh ingredients but I will try Really you've managed to made my day and I would like to thank you for that. I would recommend to everyone I know to stay at your place as it enhances the Delhi visit. Many thanksclose

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by michal21 – posted on Mar 31, 2008

4

Its the most beautiful, familiar, friendly and secure place I have ever seen in India It is very clean, you get a superb breakfastIt was one of the best places I stayed in my travelings. These people are so good and kind and make you feel welcome from the first momentThe pick up at station was... more Its the most beautiful, familiar, friendly and secure place I have ever seen in India It is very clean, you get a superb breakfastIt was one of the best places I stayed in my travelings. These people are so good and kind and make you feel welcome from the first momentThe pick up at station was much appreciated. If you want to get a glimpse of life in India then I thoroughly recommend their homestay.close

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by suzii – posted on Mar 9, 2008

1

I highly reccommend staying at Home Away From Home in New Delhi. The rooms and bathrooms were very clean and the staff was very accommodating. They were also very concerned with the safety of their guests. the owner will gladly pick you up for a very reasonable price. I would stay there... more I highly reccommend staying at Home Away From Home in New Delhi. The rooms and bathrooms were very clean and the staff was very accommodating. They were also very concerned with the safety of their guests. the owner will gladly pick you up for a very reasonable price. I would stay there anytimeThe service you receive exceeds all expectationsThere are a couple of really good places to eat locally as well. the owner, speaks fluent English and is willing to go above and beyond to make sure you're stay is enjoyable.close

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by michal21 – posted on Feb 18, 2008

4

I was disappointed with my stay here for a number of reasons.Firstly I was charged an extra 20% on top of the hostelworld quote which made it profoundly overpriced..." this is on the website " I was told but I can't find it. Secondly the location is NOT posh, it's 25mins from central... more I was disappointed with my stay here for a number of reasons.Firstly I was charged an extra 20% on top of the hostelworld quote which made it profoundly overpriced..." this is on the website " I was told but I can't find it. Secondly the location is NOT posh, it's 25mins from central Delhi and there is not a lot to do. This is in no way a Hostel, you are staying with a family in a house in someone's bedroom so the name should change to homestay? The 6500R day trip offered to me on numerous occasions to Agra ( Taj Mahal ) is overpriced to say the least, I've seen three day tours for half the price. On the plus side everyone was polite and the breakfast was ok and the room was nice. If you fancy staying with an Indian family at very expensive rates in south Delhi, this is the place for you.close

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by justinbren – posted on Feb 13, 2008

2

it took our driver nearly 2 hours to find this place as the address was not sufficient and there was no sign to indicate that the house was the hostel!didnt feel at home!didnt feel free to use the so called facilities,but the people were nice.and we were happy with location as 2 female... more it took our driver nearly 2 hours to find this place as the address was not sufficient and there was no sign to indicate that the house was the hostel!didnt feel at home!didnt feel free to use the so called facilities,but the people were nice.and we were happy with location as 2 female travellers.,once we found it.we had no bed linen and one pillow between the two of us.but if you really like the homely type of place then this is for u.close

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by siobhan7951 – posted on Feb 11, 2008

3

We did not have water supply one night which caused a lot of problem. The hotel charged 20% extra money as the owner told it is Indian Tax. Hostelworld please ensure that the travelers should not pay anything more in future to the owner of the hotel than whatever committed beforehand. The... more We did not have water supply one night which caused a lot of problem. The hotel charged 20% extra money as the owner told it is Indian Tax. Hostelworld please ensure that the travelers should not pay anything more in future to the owner of the hotel than whatever committed beforehand. The breakfast was not up to mark. Only bread and tea for veg and bread, omlet and tea for non-veg. Cleanliness in the hotel was not good at all. Not recommend to stay in this hotel to fellow visitors of Ausland.close

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by imagineamit2184 – posted on Jan 26, 2008

1

is a very lovely place.they welcomed me into their place at 4 in the morning when i was lost in Delhi without any luggage.They were very accomodating and organised a great tour to Agra to see the Taj Mehal, so i didn't have to worry about a thing. The rooms were very comfortable and clean..would... more is a very lovely place.they welcomed me into their place at 4 in the morning when i was lost in Delhi without any luggage.They were very accomodating and organised a great tour to Agra to see the Taj Mehal, so i didn't have to worry about a thing. The rooms were very comfortable and clean..would highly reccomend the Blue Sapphire 1 when coming to Delhi.close

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by whill867039 – posted on Jan 9, 2008

6

We e-mailed the hostel the day before our arrival and asked them to pick us up at the airport. They answered us that a car would defenetly be at the airport. When we arrived at the airport, no one from blu sapphire was there. We took a prepaid taxi to the adress. It took us time to find it, and... more We e-mailed the hostel the day before our arrival and asked them to pick us up at the airport. They answered us that a car would defenetly be at the airport. When we arrived at the airport, no one from blu sapphire was there. We took a prepaid taxi to the adress. It took us time to find it, and when we came there a woman ( very polite) told us that they have leak in our room and that we could not stay there and that the guy who was supposed to pick us up were at the hospital. something urgent. she gave us directions to a guesthouse nearby. if you think you can trust this hostel, take it. but we would not!close

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by a-modigh8877 – posted on Dec 16, 2007

2

Extremely friendly People! Homestay rules! Good Touroffers!

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by Thepathto – posted on Dec 13, 2007

1

This is not a hostel but a homestay. The hot water and airconditioning did not work. There were no sheets on the beds. My room was down in the dungeon, open to the road and there were no locks on the doors. The taxi could not find the location as it is in a cul de sac with no sign posts. It...

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by deirdre9629 – posted on Apr 23, 2007

5

The omelette was yummy and we found the place to be a good spot somewhat near the airport. The family kindly accommodated us despite me accidentally arriving a day earlier than booked. The rooms are spacious and clean and the beds are comfortable. If you are looking for a good night's sleep, this... more The omelette was yummy and we found the place to be a good spot somewhat near the airport. The family kindly accommodated us despite me accidentally arriving a day earlier than booked. The rooms are spacious and clean and the beds are comfortable. If you are looking for a good night's sleep, this is a good place to stay. We enjoyed it despite only 12 hours there!close

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by Chrissytr – posted on Apr 16, 2007

4

The place was very nice, and very cosy, !! It was truely amazing - we felt as tho we dined like kings owner is very nice and helpfull the place is spotless clean even the owner very well organised our agra jaipur sightseeing tour I will highly recomend this place to stay

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by rajiv2764 – posted on Apr 7, 2007

5

Excilent stay very good and helpfull people the monuments and musiums are very near they very well organised my agra and jaipur sightseeing tour i will definatelly recomend the hostel

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by rajiv2764 – posted on Apr 5, 2007

5

The room was dirty, smelling very bad and there was no water at all in the morning. The room was noisy as well.

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by caecilieto – posted on Mar 16, 2007

3

Watch out for Tax , the owner will throw that one at you at the last minute.

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by Maritz7711 – posted on Jan 12, 2007

1

Liked the place. It was like staying with a family. They make you breakfast every morning and tea as you need it. They are very catering to what you need/ want. The only thing is I felt they arranged car rides for us that were extremely expensive compared to our other usage of cars in india.... more Liked the place. It was like staying with a family. They make you breakfast every morning and tea as you need it. They are very catering to what you need/ want. The only thing is I felt they arranged car rides for us that were extremely expensive compared to our other usage of cars in india. (I'm thinking they took a cut...) but otherwise, super fun experience.close

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by kwolfg – posted on Dec 19, 2006

1

I would highly recommned this place , staff are excellent, great location and neat and tidyWith rooms reasonable priced and facilities like private bath with 24 hrs. hot water, very neat rooms with clean linen, TV in rooms, it makes us the best value for your money in town the owner is very nice... more I would highly recommned this place , staff are excellent, great location and neat and tidyWith rooms reasonable priced and facilities like private bath with 24 hrs. hot water, very neat rooms with clean linen, TV in rooms, it makes us the best value for your money in town the owner is very nice and helpful area is posh and near to all major monumentsand museumsclose

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by rajiv2764 – posted on Nov 27, 2006

5

Owner and his family are very cooperative. Excellent people! I will recommend this hostel to all the people who want a comfortable stay in Delhi.

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by APath4462 – posted on Aug 21, 2006

1

Located in south NewDelhi, 30min to Connaught, another 25 to the backbackers's area of Paharganj..so if you want only a safe, quiet place, this is it! Owner is very nice and will help arrange taxis.

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by Wandafrom – posted on May 5, 2006

3