Tag Archives: Nepal

Turning Japanese

So, after the collapse of the Nepal trip (following the collapse of many of the Nepal buildings), I was left at a bit of a loss for where to go instead.  Chiang Mai, which I still want to return to, … Continue reading

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Sweating the Details

Today, the weather in Koh Samui is “95, feels like 116”.  Considering that, I don’t feel half so bad about feeling warm and unpleasant — or about feeling that the air is that way.  Or both. Thankfully, it’s predicted to … Continue reading

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Update: Nepal trip cancelled

I wasn’t sure if I’d have to do this, but the reports keep coming in and it doesn’t look good.  Nepal just had their biggest earthquake in 80 years, a 7.9, and the death toll is over 750 so far, … Continue reading

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If you can’t stand the heat…

I’ve now been in my place in Koh Samui for 4 weeks, with one week left to go, and I really can’t wait to get out of here.  I write this sitting shirtless in front of a fan, with my … Continue reading

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