March
27th, 2010 - I am going to make a slight departure from my
Himalayan narrative to relay current events. As I walked the streets
of Thamel, Kathmandu recently I was approached by a Nepali gentleman
that appeared eager to speak with me. This is not out of the ordinary
as trekking guides, travel agency employees, street hawkers, beggars,
and even students wishing to engage those of the foreign persuasion
often approach.
This
guy was a little different as he failed to speak for moments after
first approaching me. I thought this a little awkward but I am pretty
used to awkward so no biggie. After the silent pause the conversation
went like this (keep in mind this all occurs while I continue
walking):
