From the chaotic city life of Kathmandu to the agricultural villages that Nepal is dependent on, there is so much to experience here in this small diversified country. Walking through the villages is exhilarating. As the Annapurna Mountain Range greets the sunny skies in the morning, the villagers also greet you warmly as they continue their days activities. Children holding hands smile shyly saying, “Hello, Namaste!” Giggling is contagious and you can not help but feel how special this opportunity is.
Every day offers new possibilities of being active in the communities. Going to schools and talking to the students about littering, community clean ups, playing with the children and farm animals, cultural events, and dancing with the villagers is more like an adventure than work; but you are a positive impact on these communities.
Ramesh and Govinda, from Sustainable Agriculture Development Program Nepal (SADP-Nepal) are wonderful hosts. They are very receptive to your ideas and will try new projects if possible. The mix of work and play has been so much fun and truely inspiring. I have learned so much from these villages and hope to implement a couple of the sustainable practices at home.
Thank you SADP for letting me be part of the team! Cooperation will continue to create the change that we are all looking to affect. I truely hope to return and see all the progress you have accomplished.
Nicole Wasser
2008