thought you would like to know
May 20 A few tidbits of information In India: Thik ase hobo (teak aw-say hobo) is a polite way to say NO Nehi nehi (nay nay) is the way to say YES Tika means OK Bicycles are a … [Read more...]
One Elephant at a Time
May 19 Yesterday’s camp left me feeling conflicted. These elephants, denied a natural life, yet living within their home range country, seem to be the ultimate in contradictions. Elephants … [Read more...]
Elephant welfare, Mahouts, Other animals, Sanctuaries, Training
Each Government Forest Camp and Wilderness Sanctuary is Different
May 18 Today’s health camp was held at Pabitora, a wilderness sanctuary where nine elephants reside. National parks and wilderness sanctuaries are government-run and hold different classifications, … [Read more...]
Elephants I have known, Honoring Memories
In memory of Barbara
May 18 In Memory of Dear Barbara, a Powerful Spiritual Teacher Today I thought… A person dreams a dream. That same person so completely believes in the dream, seeing it clearly in her mind … [Read more...]
thank you
May 18, 2010 what a wonderful surprise to wake up to so many Happy Birthday greetings, thanks so much! … [Read more...]
out in the field again!
Out in the field...what a concept, I love it. When I get back to internet access I will report in. In the meantime be assured that I am enjoying every minute of this fabulous adventure! Namaste … [Read more...]
Elephant welfare, Foot care, Mahouts, Other animals
So Much To Learn
May 17 I have spent the past several days traveling with Dr. K.K. Sarma, Ph.D., and his team of skilled veterinarians, assistants and driver, to various elephant health camps in Assam. I have seen … [Read more...]
Different but the same
May 11 I just cleared security at the Kolkata (Calcutta) Airport. It was similar to the checking-in process that we go through in the States with the exception that women form one line and men … [Read more...]
Pawan Kali’s Support
May 10 As I prepared to experience my final day in Kathmandu I was ever grateful for Joy’s expert navigational skills. Without incident we arrived at the narrow pedestrian lane that leads to the … [Read more...]
Back to Kathmandu
May 9 The flight from Chitwan to Kathmandu provided a magnificent view of the mountain range that surrounds the bustling city; it was magnificent. Joy, our trusted driver, and Rishi, the … [Read more...]
In the field
I am going to be in the field in Assam for many days without access to the internet. … [Read more...]
Leaving Sauraha
May 9, 2010 This morning I left Sauraha, Chitwan, heading for Kathmandu and my flight to India. After 22 days living as a member of the village of Sauraha I felt sad to be leaving. The Tiger … [Read more...]
