tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.comments2014-04-04T12:01:10.232-04:00if i ran the worldAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17037076722813710457noreply@blogger.comBlogger109125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-26321240482541932042014-04-04T12:01:10.232-04:002014-04-04T12:01:10.232-04:00Hey Darrelle! Sounds like your trip has gone ver...Hey Darrelle! Sounds like your trip has gone very well and you've accomplished what you set out to do! What a great experience! We'll look forward to seeing you when you get back. Enjoy the last of it and take lots of pics! - Aunt SandiAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-50416088534784340132014-03-27T22:29:03.356-04:002014-03-27T22:29:03.356-04:00Awesome fun you have had Darrelle. Memories and f...Awesome fun you have had Darrelle. Memories and friends forever. I appreciated your blog updates and getting a flavour of your life in Nepal. Aunt tina.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-19272533256693690522014-03-26T16:25:24.068-04:002014-03-26T16:25:24.068-04:00Darrelle, you have had a year with many opportunit...Darrelle, you have had a year with many opportunities which you will long remember. Have a wonderful and safe last month.<br />Aunt JoAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-33637711314648331462014-02-09T23:53:17.208-05:002014-02-09T23:53:17.208-05:00And the actual job is good. Depends what you want ...And the actual job is good. Depends what you want to be doing I guess. I work with IDS Nepal and I've pretty much been doing the new IDS website content. I updated the content that Nafisa created last year and met with the website developer several times to get it all updated. Now it's up and running (idsnepal.org) and I'm pretty much just working to keep it updated and add a few things. I'm also now working on creating a new website for a specific project that IDS Nepal is implementing, Lot VI of the Multistakeholder Forestry Programme. I'm currently creating all the content for it about the project and hopefully the website will be up and running in the next couple weeks. I'm not entirely sure what the organization will need help with next year but maintaining the work Nafisa and I have been doing will likely be part of it. But there is a lot to learn from the people here at the organization, they do some really great work!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17037076722813710457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-85178087638653893492014-02-09T23:46:53.761-05:002014-02-09T23:46:53.761-05:00For traveling, there's lots of places to see w...For traveling, there's lots of places to see within Nepal itself. During the Dashain holidays in October, I went to Pokhara, and did a 5-day trek out of there, which was fantastic. We took a guide and porters but probably didn't really need them because it's an easy trek. But it was nice to have the lodges and stuff already booked through our guide since it was high season and we watched lots of people wandering around lodge to lodge in the pouring rain trying to find places to stay. There's also lots of places close to Kathmandu to go to and escape like Nagarkot, Bhaktapur, etc. And tons of hiking as well that we've been doing. We also still have plans to go to Chitwan National Park in the south, Pokhara again, and the Last Resort, near the Tibetan border where there's bungee jumping.<br />During Christmas I also left Nepal, and went traveling through Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore. It was really nice to get out of Kathmandu during that time because it was FREEZING!!! And it's just a nice break halfway through. I did scuba diving in Koh Tao, Thailand which was super cool. I also really loved Penang and Singapore and would highly recommend them. I didn't care as much for Kuala Lumpur. My suggestion if you go away is to plan it between mid- December to anytime in January. It's freezing cold then and trust me, you'll want an escape.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17037076722813710457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-8144982009168956542014-02-09T23:39:54.980-05:002014-02-09T23:39:54.980-05:00Hi Erin! As far as Nepali language, the language i...Hi Erin! As far as Nepali language, the language isn't actually too difficult to learn if you put the effort in. For myself, that's something I definitely need to work on practicing more than I am, but I'm still getting there. Now, I can speak enough basic sentences to have basic conversations in simple and past tense. I can have quick chats with people I meet in the street. The nice thing about Nepal is that if I don't know a word, I can usually say it in English and they'll understand and give me the Nepali translation. However, the prevalence of English here can also be a barrier to learning more because it's so much easier. <br />In the workplace, I still use pretty much only English because I can't clearly understand specific instructions enough for what I'm supposed to be doing in Nepali, and nearly everybody in the office speaks perfect English as well. The language is really into how much effort you put in. Recently, I've also learned the script used here which is really cool to know and useful because it's the same script used in Hindi as well. I highly recommend learning it, it's not too difficult and fun to read and write.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17037076722813710457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-60694710857112763052014-02-09T13:09:53.612-05:002014-02-09T13:09:53.612-05:00Hey Darrelle!
So I'm interested in the Nepal ...Hey Darrelle! <br />So I'm interested in the Nepal placement options and am wondering about how learning the language has been going for you. Insights around every day language experiences, those while traveling, on the job, and Nepali itself would be awesome! <br />-Erin McLarenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-49574407530762826422014-02-03T23:41:27.470-05:002014-02-03T23:41:27.470-05:00Darrelle,
It sounds like so much fun, despite any ...Darrelle,<br />It sounds like so much fun, despite any challenges you might have. It's probably great having friends around doing the same thing as well. tinaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-56435743316738557862013-11-06T16:52:24.964-05:002013-11-06T16:52:24.964-05:00OH Darrelley, I love that rafting picture of you.....OH Darrelley, I love that rafting picture of you.. Everyone is focusing on not flipping the raft, and the noise I imagine coming out of your mouth.."YAAAAAAAAA!" Fully enjoyed reading about your vacation and looking forward to catching up with you in your next blog. -Samm!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-5464221244088122712013-10-31T09:00:24.484-04:002013-10-31T09:00:24.484-04:00Yeah Darelle, your still alive and raring to go. ...Yeah Darelle, your still alive and raring to go. You are good at adventuring and humour. Aunt tina.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-61070751624372155422013-10-30T00:32:09.678-04:002013-10-30T00:32:09.678-04:00I know a number of people who have trekked in Nepa...I know a number of people who have trekked in Nepal for several weeks. I have never had the pleasure myself, but it sounds so awesome. Too bad about the rain, but it sounds like everyone kept their spirits up. Aunt tina.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-64819818255331600832013-10-22T00:45:41.587-04:002013-10-22T00:45:41.587-04:00I have seen a number of the stoves like you are de...I have seen a number of the stoves like you are describing that are able to use the heat more efficiently and that does definitely help. Another initiative that is promoted and my organization has been quite involved in is the production/distribution of bio-briquettes. They're essentially compact discs or bricks of raw material biomass that can be used as an alternative source of fuel. This way they are able to use leftover biomass from agriculture or other production as a source of fuel. In many areas people have started small businesses producing and selling these bio-briquettes.<br />I'm definitely enjoying a broad exposure to Nepal's culture and enjoying learning about the country. Thanks so much Aunt Jo!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17037076722813710457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-16484850726380167812013-10-21T12:46:55.764-04:002013-10-21T12:46:55.764-04:00Hi Darrelle
I am interested to know what strategie...Hi Darrelle<br />I am interested to know what strategies they have introduced to reduce the consumption of wood. Curtis recently went to Guatemala where the local rural population are coping with a similar problem. Organizations, such as the one Curtis is involved with, are introducing "stoves" which have greatly reduced the consumption of wood. A major side benefit is the reduction in respiratory illness because the residents are no longer inhaling smoke from open fires. <br />From your posts it seems that you are enjoying a very broad exposure to the culture of Nepal. It doesn't sound like you are homesick at all!!! Aunt JoAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-49541361355728724462013-10-21T10:09:35.488-04:002013-10-21T10:09:35.488-04:00For the most part in Kathmandu, people use gas as ...For the most part in Kathmandu, people use gas as a source of heat and cooking fuel. However, I'm sure there are some people, particularly around the outskirts of the city, who use wood still. Thanks very much Aunt Tina and I look forward to learning more about the forests in Nepal.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17037076722813710457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-91421392939174002052013-10-21T10:05:09.879-04:002013-10-21T10:05:09.879-04:00Darrelle, I was interested to hear your comments a...Darrelle, I was interested to hear your comments about how much forest there still exists in Nepal. I know there has been problems re denudation of the forests for some time, but of course the problem being, this appears to be their only source for heating and cooking. I'm assuming, in the larger cities everyone has alternate fuel sources, but I'm not sure that is accurate. Do people in the cities still use wood? Your discussion was very interesting, and I'm sure that your time is well spent to help these people figure out how to develop & manage trees/forests close to home for the many reasons you have pointed out. Keep up the good work. Aunt tinaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-47357740495662466692013-10-10T02:01:31.393-04:002013-10-10T02:01:31.393-04:00This sounds incredible! Glad that you could jump r...This sounds incredible! Glad that you could jump right in and enjoy a week in the field. daniellesayshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04695394106561292411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-49828291908499664262013-10-09T04:31:41.007-04:002013-10-09T04:31:41.007-04:00Thanks very much Aunt Tina! And I hope you enjoyed...Thanks very much Aunt Tina! And I hope you enjoyed your visit to Ontario and Nova Scotia as well. Subdued, is not always a bad thing!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17037076722813710457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-42085962265051197052013-10-07T10:47:02.293-04:002013-10-07T10:47:02.293-04:00Darrelle,
What excitement. You are a fabulous wri...Darrelle,<br />What excitement. You are a fabulous writer with all of the details on a personal basis. Makes it feel like we are experiencing some of the fun ourselves. Really liked your motorcycle video and the precarious trail so close to the dedge of a cliff. I'm late responding as we just got back from our Ontario/Nova scotia trip. Much more subdued than your trip. We look forward to more updates. Aunt tina. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-74519463832499349922013-09-30T11:29:30.808-04:002013-09-30T11:29:30.808-04:00Wow, great experience. Except for the motorcycle ...Wow, great experience. Except for the motorcycle ride, kind of freaked me out. Aunt Flo.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-81532200017896549142013-09-30T11:29:18.334-04:002013-09-30T11:29:18.334-04:00Awesome Darrelley! Motorcycle ride looked pretty f...Awesome Darrelley! Motorcycle ride looked pretty fantastic, love to read about your adventures woman! Love and miss you tons.. :)Samantha Soubasishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12080831142101175476noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-67917160037616534752013-09-30T11:03:08.260-04:002013-09-30T11:03:08.260-04:00Who would have thought university studies could be...Who would have thought university studies could be this exciting! Aunt Jo.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-80513855936766192342013-09-30T06:24:49.703-04:002013-09-30T06:24:49.703-04:00Love your post and pictures!Love your post and pictures!Sumbalhttp://sumbalwrites.blogspot.canoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-60107206185498825292013-09-30T02:31:43.212-04:002013-09-30T02:31:43.212-04:00Thanks everybody! I'm definitely enjoying my e...Thanks everybody! I'm definitely enjoying my experiences so far and learning so much! Thanks for all your support!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17037076722813710457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-78352687320128014392013-09-23T12:22:18.546-04:002013-09-23T12:22:18.546-04:00Darrelle, what a great experience! I'm sure y...Darrelle, what a great experience! I'm sure you're taking it all in and will remember it for the rest of your life. Enjoy and keep us posted. Aunt Flo.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1830704956138184501.post-63212606142603501152013-09-20T11:31:46.766-04:002013-09-20T11:31:46.766-04:00Sounds like a great adventure. Ahh, to be young ag...Sounds like a great adventure. Ahh, to be young again. Aunt JoAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com