In Leh

I have returned from the crossing of the Himalayas. We were at 18.500 feet at the highest. It was something! I made it without getting sick but I took a woman from Australia into my car and we got her oxygen. She was pretty sick but made it. The time in Nubra was amazing we took Bodisattava vows at a monestery from the Dalai Lama. Now I have to be kind!! We had to sleep in a tent as all the rooms! were full. No toilets not running water for a couple of days. I had to get a permit from the Indian Gvmt to get that close to Pakistan and China and we could not photo the army camps or and of the convoys.

There is no one here in the internet palce because they are swarming outside. The Dalai ALma is here cutting a ribbon for the opening of a mosque!!!! MAny muslims and sieks.

Last night we had dinner at the home of Khen Rinpoche. His family home. Tonight we go to his place of residence next to the Siddhartha School. Our last night before flying back to Delhi. In Delhi Sonja and I are goiing to an ashram in the south. Through in a little Hinduism while we are at it.

Beth, referrals? I love you!!!!!

Tom How is Oliver? I miss him like crazy and of course you too!

Thanks for all the email. I cry for home just a wee bit.

Rode up a mntn on top of the Sidd. school bus yesterday. Ouchie! MAny pujas with monks and we keep picking them up by the side of the road and giving them rides.

Crowd behind me wanting the computer.

Love to all. I'll post again from Delhi. Jeff is out buying an Indian parachute!!! For his yard. This place is heaven. And the people share everything they have. I have learned so much!

Love, love,

Deb