reflections on our time in Kathmandu

How quickly 2 weeks can pass! We have had such an amaIng time and can't believe the first chapter is now at an end. Although 2 weeks is not long we are both feeling very blessed and enriched by our experiences.......

1. The incredible scenery. Although we have some good pics they can never do justice to the beautiful mountains and landscapes we have been privileged to see first hand.

2  meeting some beautiful people (especially our guide and porter who became our friends). We had so many good laughs with them and they could not do enough for us. We will miss them greatly.

3. Dealing with physical challenges. I was really not sure whether I would manage the challenge of trekking for up to 8 hours a day with slightly dodgy knees, let alone coping with altitude  , freezing temperatures (most of you know how pathetic I am with the cold!)

And if course the extra difficulties posed with snow, ice and no crampons or ice axe! But somehow We can find the strength to do these things, especially with prayer and approaching things with a "can do" attitude.

4. Gratitude. Possibly the most important thing I've seen on this trek is to remind how much we have to be thankful for in our lives. I will never again take for granted that I can wash and clean my teeth whenever I want to! How lucky we are!