Hi Everyone:

Thank you so much for your genuine and heartfelt feedback. When I posted this message, I had not expected such overwhelming response. You helped me put things in perspective. Yes it is true that no money is worth risking one's life. For me death did not pose any fear but the thought of being disabled and having to spend the rest of my life under the dependency of the American system and family was the deciding factor in turning down this offer. I have read and seen many young American men who have lost their limbs and are wheelchair bound for the remaining part of their lives. And I have decided that I do not want to be one of the number.

Thank you again and Happy Dashara and Tihar.

Anamika1