Isn't there a Gondola?
Greetings, it's 6:13 PM in Leh, which means it's 8:43 AM in the US and 12:43 PM in Morocco. I don't have much time so this one will be a quickie. Today we climbed (walked/staggered/crawled) up a mountain on the outskirts of Leh. At the summit, 3700 meters up, is the original royal palace of the Namgil dynasty. There we were given a quick history lesson on Ladakh as well as a crash course on prayer flags and stuppas by our local contact Namgil (no relation to the royal family). While we were up there, an Indian air force C-141 Starlifter happened to fly over. I just sneezed, gesundheit, any way, a single dog had made its home at the top of that mountain...I feel there is some hidden meaning in that, I've yet to figure it out, will let you know when I do. From what few newspaper headlines I've seen it looks as though the world is falling apart, what else is new. That's it for now.
We'll meet again, don't know where don't know when.
-Doug B.
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Hi BtBF08!
I'm Natalie from the fall semester /last/ year (Yes a long time ago). You guys are just at the beginning of an incredible trip! I was going over my journals from last year and reminiscing and then I wanted to see what this trip was up to. Sounds amazing. Enjoy every moment! Even the ones you think you would rather not be experiencing. This trip is so unique and (seriously cliche but) life-changing. have fun!
Posted by: Natalie P | September 20, 2008 06:25 PM
Well, fear nor. Despite the economic collapse in the headlines, daily life continues as usual. (Oh how our modern media loves drama.) I had saag paneer for lunch today, and thought of you all. Happy and safe trails...
Posted by: Susie McFloozy | September 20, 2008 10:35 PM
NATALIE!
I was just talking about you this morning!
How is college?
love,
t
Posted by: Tracy | September 21, 2008 10:19 AM