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May 7th 2014
Published: May 8th 2014
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After a day of delayed gratification and an evening of enlightenment; I arrived at Pokhara under cover of darkness. In the hard-scrabble field/ bus station. There was little to see but dust under Nepal's dim, fluorescent lighting. So I grabbed the first taxi driver that was willing to take me for $4. I'm staying at the KC Hotel in Damside. The 'other' side of the the tracks. $6 a night gets you a... Read Full Entry



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Mike Richards
Mike and Karen
Mike and Karen
We are Mike and Karen. We were fortunate enough to retire while we still had our wits and our legs. We are striving to fill our days with long journeys and lazy days. Over the past few years we have taken a yen to SE Asia. Our past trips have included South and North America, Europe and East Africa. Life is good and getting better all the time.... full info
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Lakeside Area Is A Warren Of Guesthouses And BarsLakeside Area Is A Warren Of Guesthouses And Bars
Lakeside Area Is A Warren Of Guesthouses And Bars
Lakeside Public WorksLakeside Public Works
Lakeside Public Works
Lakeside From The World Peace StupaLakeside From The World Peace Stupa
Lakeside From The World Peace Stupa
Great views but not much to see otherwise.
Pokhara/ Lakeside Main Drag NorthPokhara/ Lakeside Main Drag North
Pokhara/ Lakeside Main Drag North
Shoes Outside The World Peace TempleShoes Outside The World Peace Temple
Shoes Outside The World Peace Temple
Chinese Built TractorChinese Built Tractor
Chinese Built Tractor
You see these all over Asia. This guy's hauling cement. Others have trailers of fare paying locals.
Bus Stop Facilities. Always Have Toilet Paper With You.Bus Stop Facilities. Always Have Toilet Paper With You.
Bus Stop Facilities. Always Have Toilet Paper With You.
I Love These Trucks. Bench seat in the back for the wife and kids. The family lives on the road.I Love These Trucks. Bench seat in the back for the wife and kids. The family lives on the road.
I Love These Trucks. Bench seat in the back for the wife and kids. The family lives on the road.
World Peace StupaWorld Peace Stupa
World Peace Stupa
It's a great, demanding walk up through the forest.
Do You Know Where Your Trekker IsDo You Know Where Your Trekker Is
Do You Know Where Your Trekker Is
Found these in the bus stop restaurant. No matter where you are, always watch your six.
Road Surface In Northern Part Of LakesideRoad Surface In Northern Part Of Lakeside
Road Surface In Northern Part Of Lakeside
Hotels are being built faster than the infrastructure can adapt to. It's always about the money.
There's Not A Lot To Take Pictures Of HereThere's Not A Lot To Take Pictures Of Here
There's Not A Lot To Take Pictures Of Here



8th May 2014

Kj
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Pokhara, maybe
The bus ride from hell isn't helping sell the place thats for sure. But the geography might save it. In a couple of days we will be in a better position to make that decision. Are you doing any overnight treks?
9th May 2014

Mike and Karen
Mike Richards

Mike to Karen
The bus ride is a bus ride. The road is subject to debris slides so you may get lucky or you may not. If my thirteen hour ride is more than you would like to deal with then jump on a plane and come out here. 20-minute flight. I'll even pay for your ticket :-O
8th May 2014

Lisa Tucker
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Nepal
Mike, I must say I am addicted-to your stories.! Quite interesting, informative, and amusing. Love a guy who can laugh at himself and never stop learning! Hope you keep having great experiences and the girls catch up eventually. Karlie didn't think Karen liked the earthquake much but so glad no one was hurt. Keep it coming and stay safe! Lisa
9th May 2014

Mike and Karen
Mike Richards

It's A Trip
Always something new here to see or do. A geological marvel. I'm in Jomsom now at the very foot of Annapurna I. 8,041 meters high. It is a big boy. Altitude here in town is about 8,500 feet. Gets your attention when you first arrive but the scenery is transcendental and you adjust. I did a small climb today and around every bend there is a new thing to marvel at.
8th May 2014

Karen Agramonte
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WOW you guys blow my mind....I read your stories & feel as if I'm there..sometimes I'm holding my breathe not knowing what crazy thing your going to do next..I like to hike, but I could never do all this!! Your really awesome (or a little crazy) ha. Well summer is in full swing here...grass growing.ect...I got Vic moved on Tuesday afternoon, today he was OUT there..I knew the change would cause problems...it's starting all over again..time for more meds.. But bless his heart he just wants to come home..says if he refuses to eat they'll have to send him home! Wish it was that easy. The boys are doing great trying to shed their winter coats..they haven't ate any wood in awhile!! The shellac did the job..pat yourself on the back for that one!! Karen HAPPY MOTHERS DAY & HAPPY BIRTHDAY YOUNG LADY...?. My oldest grandsons bday is 5-14!!! Thanks for your travel updates. Be safe and healthy!! Xoxo
8th May 2014

Karen Agramonte
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WOW you guys blow my mind....I read your stories & feel as if I'm there..sometimes I'm holding my breathe not knowing what crazy thing your going to do next..I like to hike, but I could never do all this!! Your really awesome (or a little crazy) ha. Well summer is in full swing here...grass growing.ect...I got Vic moved on Tuesday afternoon, today he was OUT there..I knew the change would cause problems...it's starting all over again..time for more meds.. But bless his heart he just wants to come home..says if he refuses to eat they'll have to send him home! Wish it was that easy. The boys are doing great trying to shed their winter coats..they haven't ate any wood in awhile!! The shellac did the job..pat yourself on the back for that one!! Karen HAPPY MOTHERS DAY & HAPPY BIRTHDAY YOUNG LADY...?. My oldest grandsons bday is 5-14!!! Thanks for your travel updates. Be safe and healthy!! Xoxo
9th May 2014

Peggy Christ
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Love your writing
It amazes me that you didn't become a writer and publish your work. You are surely gifted and enjoy hearing about your trip . Peggy
10th May 2014

Mike and Karen
Mike Richards

Thanks Peggy
I appreciate your kind words. I'm in Jomsom now at the base of a mountain called Annapurna I. I've not seen anything like this before. It's religious. I will cover it in the next Blog.

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