Category Archives: Grandeur

Trekking Report, Pt. 2

Ah, circumstances. In the wake of the tragedy on Everest, the Sherpas have gone on strike, and all those planning to summit are now leaving Nepal instead — sending airline prices into the stratosphere. While my having waited ‘til now … Continue reading

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Trekking Report, Pt. 1

Pre-Script: I would like to blame my negligence in getting reports uploaded all upon the horrific Internet situation here. But while that certainly plays its role, it’s not the only factor. Alobar has become my second-favourite Asian hostel — with … Continue reading

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Partly-Cloudy Mountain Hop

Could I just interject with a statement; to clear up any confusion and/or uncertainty which may yet persist in re this important matter? FUCKING MOTORCYCLES ARE FUCKING ÆVIL, MAN. Okay, that off my chest, let’s continue. [dc]C[/dc]oupla fine day-trips have … Continue reading

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Farewell Tour

Yesterday, Thursday, my last day in the Park. A few days before that, though, a kind of fun thing happened, so allow me to now relate to you the manner of its unfolding. Heading into the store for some watermelonism, … Continue reading

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Rainy Day Srei

Was treated on Sunday to a kind of fascinating little scene. Walking down the street, and was approached by a young girl with a broad, beaming smile, asking, “Where are your shoes?” Just as I was getting ready to explain … Continue reading

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