Reunited

View from the top of our guest-house with monkey temple glowing in the background (strange expressions due to standing still for the 30 second exposure).

 
Tim's story:

Arranged with the guesthouse owner that we'd set off around 15 minutes before Fiona's flight arrived. I came down to the guest lounge and we sat waiting for the driver to appear. 15 minutes passed, then 20, then 30 - no sign of the driver arriving to go and pick up Fiona. Finally a horn sounded outside the building and we were on our way. Then came the mad dash through the afternoon traffic to get to the airport on time - mobile buzzing in my pocket with messages from Fiona saying "I've arrived".

Fiona's Story:

I've finally arrived in Kathmandu! I finished night duty around 10am Monday morning then caught the flight from Heathrow Monday evening. Foruntately it wasn't too busy so I was able to stretch out across three seats and get some broken sleep during which I dreamt I was in a plane crash :s . Changed at Dehli and arrived at Kathmandu 20 minutes early, Breezed throught the visa desk and collected my bag only to discover there was no Tim waiting for me- had he forgotten? I didn't even know the full address of our guesthouse so was getting a little worried but fortunatley my mobile worked we estbalished he was on his way.

First impressions of Kathmandu: Everything I'd heard and read about the busyness, noise and crazy driving is true but it's an amazing place, really fascinating with so much to see. The people are friendly but not pushy as I've experienced elsewhere and the Asmita guesthouse is fantastic. Our room is lovely and the balcony gives great views of the busy streets below and the surrounding hills. It was incredibly hot when I arrived but this evening is very pleasant and we've already been out for some tasty momos. I'm still a little confused about what day/time it is- finishing nights and changing time zones is a littel challenging but I can't wait to start exploring the city properly tomorrow!