Category Archives: Nepal

A shot of whiskey to chase death: the Langtang-Helambu trek

I’ve had a few brushes with death in my life. I’ve been mugged by a small gang, nearly blown up and then stampeded during a riot, and been moments from being stoned to death. But never, have I ever, been … Continue reading

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Kathmandu: a lesson in Buddhism

October 8: My brother Wes, who managed to pull himself away from medical school to join me in Nepal for a two week trek, surprised me at the airport! For a variety of reasons, I tend to struggle with airports … Continue reading

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