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Sometimes the hectic pace of life in the 21st century causes us to be so distracted that we  don't allow ourselves time to be introspective. Taking the time to re-acquaint ourselves with what is genuine and what is superficial can be challenging. It is often compelling to get caught up in minutia and/or media events...and make mountains out of molehills.

Technology is a wonderful thing if used for its original purpose...to educate and illuminate. I wish I could get excited about the Kardasians latest tweet...Charlie Sheen's latest Facebook drama...swatch choices for the British Royal wedding...but I just can't find it in myself to do so.  There are much better things to focus on.


Coming Soon to the Most Healing Hospital in the World.

As a 150cc Indian made motor purred beneath my hulk...the unique sights, sounds and scents of the Monkey Temple caressed my senses...and some 'random scrawlings' on a wall caught my eye:

'In quarreling the truth is always lost!'

Hmmmmm...not so 'random'...in fact...very, very poignant!

Some folks like to convert their own personal sadness into an arrow of anger that they aim at what they perceive as a shining target.  It's awfully hard to effectively hit your target when your arms are full of baggage. =^]

People have been visiting Swayambunath since time immemorial, so as far as I'm concerned, age old wisdom is always worth considering. I hope you agree.

In past lives, I've come in close contact with people who believe that, 'we live to suffer'. How ridiculous is that statement?! Totally ridiculous! Through careful analysis and reflection I've come to the conclusion that we can easily live our dreams...if we choose to rise above our supposedly inherent selfish human nature and become more aware.

'First World' sensibilities tend to think that the people of the 'Third World' are caught up in turmoil and chaos. I can report...from my own experience...that it is quite the opposite.

Cosmos rules supreme at the Centre of the Universe. I'm reminded of that every moment that my three eyes are open. =^]

Each of us has the ability to enjoy pure peacefulness...if we choose to be aware...so on that note...let's consider a Peace Path in Nepal...


Yes Mr. Ram...I'd like to help you build a Peace Path!

School supplies and clothing that's on its way to the SherpaSchool.ORG...care of the Bedford Rotary.

Phill Michael and Mr. Binod Motorcycle


This house cost 9 Nepali Rupees 60 years ago.  How things change! =^]


Ang Dawa Sherpa and Phill Michael enjoy another Nepali Hatman Convention at a Customs office.

A spur of the moment motorcycle ride took us around the Nagarkot loop. It was an excellent outing...and a nice change from the inordinate amount of time I have been spending in my Kathmandu (not so) mobile office.

Binod was in his element....and Kurt the German re-acquainted himself with two wheel motorized transport...after a 10 year hiatus. He did well.


Cold Cruisin' the hillsides surrounding the Kathmandu Valley.