sunshine and snow.

the other weekend treated us to a few inches of snow. a pretty big deal for these parts... the kids were very excited to say the least! scrounging through the dorm and wood shop for any type of sled they could find. one thing we found scary was the lack of "snowball etiquette"... there didn't seem to be anything scary or wrong about trying to pelt your neighbor in the face... yikes! and not to mention all of the "plainsmen", mainly people from near delhi who drive up into the hills for the chance to see snow, and then usually end up parked on the side of the cliff hugging roads with their stereos cranked and booze flowing.


i was able to get out the other day for a good walk with another dorm staffer. having the chance to explore this area during the days sure make the long weekend hours worth it. we followed a nearby stream down the mountain, it was pretty amazing. small waterfalls, jungle... and of course garbage everywhere... the great beauties of india. it was crazy how quickly the climate seemed to change as we descended, things were so green already and the crops were well on their way.


i also took my boys on an overnight trip last weekend to our outdoor ed centre. it was great to get away with them. we spent the night playing games, having a bonfire, and of course watching a late night soccer game. we also made it up to one of favorite places on the top of the mountain for breakfast... great omelettes, pancakes and skip-bo!