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While in Nepal (Part 4 - Day 7 and 8)

It is a little late now... but better late than never.

I said goodbye to Nepal earlier today.

But first, a recap.


Day 7
Neha's mom was worried about my lonesome adventure -- I was planning to go explore parts of Kathmandu by myself -- not much, just Thamel and the Royal Palace museum... so instead I slept in. Kekeke, oh how I love my sleep.

We then packed and I realized that I wouldn't have another chance to buy last minute souvenirs. So yeah, off I went on my short and fun adventure. I had plans to go buy 2 shirts and 4 hats in Thamel... I returned with 1 shirt and 12 hats. OHHHHHH, the shopper's remorse that I have.

Oh wells, much to late for such regrets. I finished packing and later that evening, Neha's mom picked us up some pizza from a place that their family frequently orders from.

Pizza by lantern light on the floor :) Pizza was delicious and the talks were fun. Neha's dad opened up some wine -- what a classy family! Last chance to eat some momos -- oooooh, they were so delicious and filling, I'll miss them :(

Also, Neha's mom made a traditional Nepali fried donut... the name slips my mind, but it was also, like most everything I've eaten here in Nepal, delicious!

Finished a Bollywood film... Mausam... Can't say I cared too much for the plot because of the inconsistencies and questions... but... the actor was oh so gorgeous, haha.


Day 8
Woke up, last minute packing, last lunch. Sad times man, sad times.

Neha's family was oh-so-nice and everyone was so caring and generous and yeah, I had a great experience in Nepal. Needless to be said, this experience only makes me more thirsty for adventure and travel.

Arrived in Incheon after what felt like an eternity of a flight -- no really -- if there was one thing that would prevent me from traveling the world, it would be motion sickness -- not money, not jetlag, not the time, not anything, but the motion sickness I always experience. Curses.

Anyways, Neha and I parted inside the gate, but unfortunately I really didn't get to say a real goodbye.

:( Sad times.

All the readers of this blog and almost everyone who I have befriended in South Korea, knows how integral Neha has become to my life. I can't thank you enough for always having my back and being my constant companion. And always trying to guide me to become a better person -- more responsible, more assertive, more clear-minded...

But don't worry, this will not be the last mention of Neha that I will have on this blog. I anticipate many adventures and trips involving Neha in the future. And when I reminisce about my experiences here in South Korea, Neha will always be at the forefront of my thoughts.

In Neha's words: "See yah on the flip side."

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