Julley from Cassie
Julley from the sole-survivor of a bout of altitude sickness (11,700 feet) in Leh!
Most of the team is down with general fatigue and alot of stomach trouble, and I found myself the only person awake at seven o'clock this morning breathing in this fresh air. We are, however, blessed with an incredibly peaceful guest house complete with a gorgeous garden and toilet paper, so the next couple of days are devoted to tea and recovery.
As for myself, everything here is crisp and refreshing and it makes me feel tingly and awake. The only altitude adjustment I am feeling is very sharp and clear vision, which is quite enjoyable for the STUNNING views of towering mountains all around. I sat with my journal and a mug of hot water in the sun this morning and marveled at the change I feel here in this high village. Delhi for me was hot and hectic and rather startling, whereas this is just plain beautiful. The people will always give you generous white smiles and a "julley" anytime you pass, and I feel embraced in the small cobblestone streets and the rough houses.
As for julley, where else in the world will you find a culture that has ONE WORD for almost everything? Julley is hello, goodbye, lovely morning we are having, yes, well, maybe, thank you, and I-don't-really-understand-anything-you-are-saying-right-now-but-julley!
I am still drinking it all in right now, but I can tell you this: India makes me feel alive.
Hope all is well with you guys,
Cassie
Comments
Cassie- we love you and are thrilled you are haivng a great time. Keep going, girl!
your friends,
Katherine, Neil, Taber and Zeke
Posted by: Katherine Rodriguez | October 10, 2006 05:07 AM