Monday, February 28, 2011
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Possibly out of touch
Hi everyone,
We just met with our Intrepid trekking group and with our leader, Ram.
People are Aussies, British and 4 Canadians.
No surprise, Dianne and I are the oldest!!!
Ram says that internet service is spotty and unreliable for the next 12 days, so do not worry if we do not update for a while!
When we get back we will overload you with photos and stories!
If we can get some news though, we will. If not, don't worry. We are setting off on a great adventure. After meeting Ram, I know we will be well taken care of!
Sent by the iPeg
We just met with our Intrepid trekking group and with our leader, Ram.
People are Aussies, British and 4 Canadians.
No surprise, Dianne and I are the oldest!!!
Ram says that internet service is spotty and unreliable for the next 12 days, so do not worry if we do not update for a while!
When we get back we will overload you with photos and stories!
If we can get some news though, we will. If not, don't worry. We are setting off on a great adventure. After meeting Ram, I know we will be well taken care of!
Sent by the iPeg
Friday, February 25, 2011
Mornimg at the Monastry
This morning we went to morning prayers at Sechuan Monastry. We took off our shoes and sat at the door watching a out 100 monks in their ritual of low rumbling chants accompanied by long throaty horns, cymbals and resounding drums. The monks were robed in reds of all hues and the younger ones had splashes of orange and yellow.
At one point, a bevy of very young monks, some as young as 4 years of age, stood behind us, bags fruit in hand. Although they were dresses in monks robes, it was delightful to see that they were really boys in monks' clothing, pushing and jostling each other before tearing pellmell down the steps to play! They were delighted to pose for some photos, even showing their best Ninja moves !
It was a Moment of Travel Treasure !
Thanks to Apil for guiding us to the monastery yesterday.
At one point, a bevy of very young monks, some as young as 4 years of age, stood behind us, bags fruit in hand. Although they were dresses in monks robes, it was delightful to see that they were really boys in monks' clothing, pushing and jostling each other before tearing pellmell down the steps to play! They were delighted to pose for some photos, even showing their best Ninja moves !
It was a Moment of Travel Treasure !
Thanks to Apil for guiding us to the monastery yesterday.
Child Haven Orphanage
This was my second visit to Child Haven, Kathmandu, the first being ten years ago. It was founded by Canadiana Bonnie &Ken Cappuchino who live outside Ottawa. Supported by donations from all over Norrh Weica, and by volunteers who give three months of their time and talents, it houses 120 children and employs a local staff of care-givers, cooks and teachers.
Recently a school was added to the buildings.
Thanks to Shoppers Drug Mart, Glebe, who donated some health care supplies, Dr Bill who donated toothbrushes, Anne who donated sweatshirts and to Apil who guided us there!
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Recently a school was added to the buildings.
Thanks to Shoppers Drug Mart, Glebe, who donated some health care supplies, Dr Bill who donated toothbrushes, Anne who donated sweatshirts and to Apil who guided us there!
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Child Haven Orphanage - Kathmandu
Children say thank you Dr. Bill for the toothbrushes. Smiling faces, some of the 120 children at the orphanage. 
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Visiting with Damodar in Pokhara
On Tuesday,Feb. 22, we flew
from Kmd to Pokhara, guided by Apil. He met us at the airport and has been tremendous great company ever since
Damodar's family welcomes us with open arms and made us very comfortable.
Damodar and Bandana took us for a day of sightseeing in Polhara - the World Peace Stupa (on top of a hill overlooking the lake) the museum of mountaineering, a a great climb up Sarancot, the highest hill overlooking the lake.
Our boots got a good workout and we are both pleased that they are very comfortable
The last day in Pokhara, Apil took us to Lakeside where I had lived ten years ago. There has been tremendous development since then!
We were overwhelmed with the kindness and generosity of Damodar' family! We had lots of laughter and a few tears when we has to say goodby
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from Kmd to Pokhara, guided by Apil. He met us at the airport and has been tremendous great company ever since
Damodar's family welcomes us with open arms and made us very comfortable.
Damodar and Bandana took us for a day of sightseeing in Polhara - the World Peace Stupa (on top of a hill overlooking the lake) the museum of mountaineering, a a great climb up Sarancot, the highest hill overlooking the lake.
Our boots got a good workout and we are both pleased that they are very comfortable
The last day in Pokhara, Apil took us to Lakeside where I had lived ten years ago. There has been tremendous development since then!
We were overwhelmed with the kindness and generosity of Damodar' family! We had lots of laughter and a few tears when we has to say goodby
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Connected to our family and friends
Internet connection is unreliable so we have been out of touch for several days. We are back in Kathmandu and will update our blog.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Doha
Hello blog followers:
We have made it to Doha, Qatar. We are here until 4:00am then we catch our flight to Nepal.
We are waiting to get into the Lounge area to try and get in some well deserved rest.
In touch tomorrow.
take care al
Peggy and dianne
We have made it to Doha, Qatar. We are here until 4:00am then we catch our flight to Nepal.
We are waiting to get into the Lounge area to try and get in some well deserved rest.
In touch tomorrow.
take care al
Peggy and dianne
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Departure ottawa airport
Bags are packed we are ready to go we are leaving on a jet plane and don't know when we'll be back (I think there is a song in this).
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
The Angst of Packing
I hatefully decisions of any kind.
So packing for a trip is one oft least favourite things to have to do! This trip presents more challenges than usual ... Temperatures could range from +30 to -30! We could have snow, rain, heat or blizzard. We will need to keep warm at night, sleeping in un-heated guest houses.
I want to be prepared for every possible ache, pain, rash, irritation, digestive upset or blister. I think I will have to pack mini-pharmacy!!
Argghhh!! Too many decisions!!
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So packing for a trip is one oft least favourite things to have to do! This trip presents more challenges than usual ... Temperatures could range from +30 to -30! We could have snow, rain, heat or blizzard. We will need to keep warm at night, sleeping in un-heated guest houses.
I want to be prepared for every possible ache, pain, rash, irritation, digestive upset or blister. I think I will have to pack mini-pharmacy!!
Argghhh!! Too many decisions!!
Sent by the iPeg
Monday, February 14, 2011
About Peggy
I first travelled to Nepal in 1997 to do a teacher training project with the Canadian Teachers' Federation. After a summer of working in Pokhara, and meeting wonderful Nepali people, I knew that I would return to this country. In March, 2001, just days after I retired from a 31 year teaching career, finishing with 14 years at Glashan Intermediate School in Ottawa, I left for my second trip to Nepal, this time as a tourist and trekker. Sharing this experience with a group of women, including my dear friend Chris, was another look at this beautiful country.
Now, ten years later, I have the opportunity to return, this time to trek to Everest Base Camp.
My thanks to Bob, who supports my crazy adventures, and to the rest of my family ... John, Karrie, Maggie, Duncan, and Topher in Guelph, and Megan, Lee and Aaron in Ottawa. Dianne and I hope that our friends will share our travels with us through the wonder of technology.
Now, ten years later, I have the opportunity to return, this time to trek to Everest Base Camp.
My thanks to Bob, who supports my crazy adventures, and to the rest of my family ... John, Karrie, Maggie, Duncan, and Topher in Guelph, and Megan, Lee and Aaron in Ottawa. Dianne and I hope that our friends will share our travels with us through the wonder of technology.
A glimpse of Dianne
Welcome to our blog! Peggy and I are about to embark on our adventure to the Everest Base Camp in Nepal, and are happy to take you along on the journey via blog posts!
Let me start by introducing myself! I have recently turned the big "60" and thought it was about time to take on a new challenge, and what better challenge then hiking to the Base Camp of Everest. As a nature lover, active hiker and camper, and generally a woman on the go, it seemed fitting to take on a challenge that involved being outside and active! I'm most looking forward to experiencing the culture and people of Nepal, as well as taking in their beautiful landscape and scenery. At home, I'm leaving behind my adult children, Laura and Scott, my husband Brian, my son-in-law Mike, to whom I have to thank for setting this up for us, and a wonderful group of close knit friends. I look forward to bringing you all along on this adventure!
Let me start by introducing myself! I have recently turned the big "60" and thought it was about time to take on a new challenge, and what better challenge then hiking to the Base Camp of Everest. As a nature lover, active hiker and camper, and generally a woman on the go, it seemed fitting to take on a challenge that involved being outside and active! I'm most looking forward to experiencing the culture and people of Nepal, as well as taking in their beautiful landscape and scenery. At home, I'm leaving behind my adult children, Laura and Scott, my husband Brian, my son-in-law Mike, to whom I have to thank for setting this up for us, and a wonderful group of close knit friends. I look forward to bringing you all along on this adventure!
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