Sunrise in the Himalaya
I thought I would share a moment from this morning. We spent last night in the village outside the Jama Yuru monastery, having arrived lateish in the day after an incredible visit to the I thought I would share a moment from this morning. We spent last night in the village outside the Jama Yuru monastery, having arrived lateish in the day after an incredible visit to the Siddartha School in the morning. This morning I awoke about 4:45 and went out walking at around 5:00. I walked up to the monastery (a good climb), circumambulated a bit, and then sat and watched the sun come up over the mountains. The sun moved slowly, casting a soft glow until at last it was over the mountains and casting shadows across the hills and bathing the monastery in light. I was alone, except for a few birds—sparrows, I think—and it was without a doubt one of the most peaceful, sublime moments I've experienced.
Kate