We are writing this blog from a little "closet" in Lumbini. We were amazed that they had internet access! For the past three days we were in Tansen, Palpa. Michelle and I rested in a hotel while Eli, Noora, and Sarah all stayed with host families. We presented at the Talpa Rotary Club and it was pretty informal and small. As usual, our hosts were extremely welcoming and open to share about their club, families and culture. We visited their water project which was really interesting. We took a crazy jeep ride up a dirt road to visit the three tanks that were built for about 150 households. Before the tanks were built, women had to walk 2-3 hours to get drinking water. The locals were excited because the rotarians turned on the taps while we were there so they got "extra water." As with all places we visit, we especially enjoy watching the children and trying to communicate with them. A few children were playing in the water coming from the taps and having a blast.
Today we are in Lumbini - the birthplace of Lord Buddha. I feel very privileged to be able to visit this sacred place because people come from all over the world to visit here. We visit historical sites in the U.S., but nothing can compare to the ruins from the 2nd and 3rd centuries.
We are all feeling better - maybe because we are in this sacred place :)
We are off to meet Eli for dinner and then relax at the Bamboo Palace! We are loving the posts everyone is writing on the blog - keep them coming!
Namaste - Becky
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Great to hear from you again--we've been sharing your blog entries and emails at the Bishop Sunrise meetings each week. While I wish I was there, it has been wonderful to follow along. Marta also read one of your early emails at the District meeting last weekend. Regards to all!
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It is so great to hear from you again. I've shared your blog with Ken's family members and my work. Michelle, I am so happy that you and Becky are doing much better. I love reading all of the team's blogs and the pictures bring us closer to your experiences. Keep spreading each your ineffaceable "spirit" and keep soaking up the gracious "spirit" of the people you meet!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update on your trip! I am glad that you are feeling better and hope for good health for the remainder of your journey. It sounds like you all are having an overall great experience learning about the Nepali culture and way of life. I have been following the trip closely, looking at maps of where you are staying and information about the region. I am learning a lot through your experiences. I had no idea that Nepal had such problems with things we tend to take for granted like electricity, drinking water, or waste treatment. To know that there are people in the world whose everyday life involves periods of loadshedding or limited drinking water is eye opening. Thanks again for the post and travel safely!
ReplyDeleteI also have been sharing your stories with Mammoth Sunrise Rotary. Life over there is quite different from our mountain community and really of interest to everyone. We are looking forward to Sarah sharing some of these experiences in person!
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