coming to an end
Our last three days in India are finally here! I cant believe how these three months have gone. it feels like hardly any time since I was sitting in this same internet cafe a month ago in delhi writing a blog. so much has happened in these last three months, things and experiences, emotions and connections that will forever be with me, but all things must end.
Our time in Ladakh this past month was amazing. I loved being around mountains and in a cooler climate. I am so impressed and inspired by the Ladakhi people that we were given a chance to get to know. Everyone was so kind and welcoming to us, eager to give us some sort of insight into their culture. I am already missing the cool weather and environment of Ladakh in the Humidity of delhi! I am excited about being here for the next few days though, spending as much of our remaining time with the group and seeing some more sights here.
Our student led portion went really well I think. We spent the beginning part camping around Ladakh in beautiful spot after beautiful spot, seeing yaks and monasteries along the way :)
We then stayed in the beautiful guest house across from the Dalai Lama's residence where he comes about once a year for huge public teachings. There were many animals about including sheep, dogs and horses that have been given a safe place to live there, saved from being killed for one reason or another. In front of the guesthouse were 8 large stupas, each a little different and really beatiful. Definately a unique place.
I have already begun feeling sad about leaving the group, though I am trying extremely hard to stay in the present for these last few days that we have together in India. We have all been a family for the last three months, and it will be strange to not wake up and see their faces every morning. I know that all things must end and pass and that everything will stay with me, but I can't help but be a bit sad.
anyway, enough sadness! We are alive! We are in India! I am going to make these last few days count. Unitl next time,
love,
lara