Welcome to Nepal 2010 - whoop, whoop! (a.k.a. the "Sarah Blog-Chin-Ski")

Hi Family and Friends! 

Welcome to my first-ever blog!  For those of you who know my stance on social media (serious non-adaptor), this blog may seem like a pretty big leap forward... which, I agree, it is!  When I recently shared that I was considering keeping a journal of my upcoming adventure in Nepal, I was encouraged to join the 21st century and "blog-it".  All the credit for the cutting edge idea goes to two of my favorite colleagues, Maria & Mary Jane - THANKS!

Many of you have asked me what prompted this trip and why on earth would I be going so far away when there are plentiful volunteer opportunities closer to home.  The answer to both questions is wholly selfish:  I set a goal for myself earlier this year to expand my horizons (literally).  I realized that my "global perspective" was lacking.  The volunteer piece came into play because I also realized that as luckily Rich and I are for all we have, I haven't done even a moderately good job at giving back.  Habitat for Humanity's Global Village program (HfH, from here on out) was particularly attractive because I could satisfy both my goals!  Who doesn't love that kind of efficiency!

For those interested in learning a bit more about HfH and the 2010 Nepal/Everest Build specifically, check out the previous posts.

My plan is to post at least once a day while I am away (29 Sept - 16 Oct).  Here's to hoping that any of my beep-bop-boop gadgets work 7,500 miles away from home :)  I have figured out how to get posts up using a few different methods, so hopefully at least one will work!

I hope it will be fun reading for you, and for me, I am sure it will feel like you've come along for the adventure! 

My love and thanks,

sar.

p.s. I love to write but am the world's worst speller... no editing allowed, please and thank you!