Great day today. I am writing this from the Sherpa town of Namche Bazaar, which has lots of creature comforts, including WiFi (and killer lattes).
We got up and moving by 8 AM, right on schedule. The route took us higher up the Khumbu valley, from Phakding to Namche Bazaar.
In summary, a great day today, a nice chance to stretch our legs and gain some elevation. Dusty and crowded, but lots of fun as always with this crew. Just finished a latte, honey lemon water, and half a cheese pizza in a bakery while getting this blog post up… now, back to the hotel for dinner (potato soup, pork chops, and chocolate cake. And beer. Yes, we can have an occasional drink of alcohol at 11,200 feet.
Plan for tomorrow: Active rest day with an acclimatization hike of the local hills, and a chance to do laundry, take a shower, etc. Posh! More soon.
PS: We are liking the great tea here, so our word of the day is “teabag.”
posted: March 29, 2015
11 thoughts on “Namche”
thank you for including photos of YOU. We miss you!
Great pics! I love the one with Merle in it. Looks like he has a brand new IMG truckers hat. Can you remind him that he owes me one of those? I never got one when we climbed in Ouray. Im sure he isn’t too busy over there with you all and could take the time to send me one in the mail. Thanks.
Paul,
Greg V reports there were no injuries to the IMG climbing team at EBC – Wherever you are stay safe! I know you are doing what you can to assist the others in the EBC and Camps I & II. There will be time to share photos later but I wanted to drop you a line to let you know Mitch, Eleni and Leslie and I are all thinking about you and the IMG team and hope you are doing well. Take care Sir!
thank you for including photos of YOU. We miss you!
first view of Everest, yay!
be nice to those Yaks, they look intimidating
those bridges are something else….
What Julie said! What a beautiful spot! xox
Great pics! I love the one with Merle in it. Looks like he has a brand new IMG truckers hat. Can you remind him that he owes me one of those? I never got one when we climbed in Ouray. Im sure he isn’t too busy over there with you all and could take the time to send me one in the mail. Thanks.
Magnificent photography! Enjoying your great blog. Sending wishes of good luck, fun, and friendships.
Paul – love your OSM blog! Awesome first picture of E – enormous! Post when you can – I really enjoy it. Savor every step.
WOW ! There it is ! Everest ! Breathtaking.
Paul, Love this blog. Your photos are amazing. Here’s to a great experience and climb!
Fresh prayer flags up in the trees of our front yard for your family and your climbing party. We look forward to following your adventures, Paul!
Nine Family
Nashville, TN
It’s great to follow the climb. The photos really bring it all to life. Spectacular!
Paul,
Greg V reports there were no injuries to the IMG climbing team at EBC – Wherever you are stay safe! I know you are doing what you can to assist the others in the EBC and Camps I & II. There will be time to share photos later but I wanted to drop you a line to let you know Mitch, Eleni and Leslie and I are all thinking about you and the IMG team and hope you are doing well. Take care Sir!