We arrived safely in Kathmandu, and have been running around like crazy, getting bits and pieces together for our Gokyo trek. The weather has been beautiful, and the pollution is certainly not as bad this time of year.
Allan and Lakpa shot out to the airport yesterday to pick up Michael, who was thrown straight into the chaos. Thommo has absolutely loved Kathmandu and has been on the go since hitting the ground, finding great bargains and testing his bartering skills.
Quick funny story, Michael bought a diary, made from recycled paper last night from the markets. He haggled with the keen shop owner until both were satisfied, and his new book was packaged and handed to him. Imagine Michael’s surprise when returning to our hotel, his purchase had included an array of Indian delicacies, none of which any of us could recognise.
Seems the shop owner, in his excitement on making a good sale, packaged the diary inside a plastic bag which he had on the counter, forgetting that it actually contained his special selection of sweets for later in the evening. I think Thommo got the better end of the deal this time around.
Off to the hills
We are heading off to Lukla in the morning, weather permitting. So excited to get back to the hills, I know I say it all the time, but it is a great time to get back to basics and reflect.
I will try and keep sending updates and will send a blog from Namche Bazaar in about 4 days time.
Speak soon.
Sharon
I like the dreams of the future better than the history of the past – Patrick Henry
