Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Bhutan

Here are a few pictures from Jared's time in Bhutan. There are just brief captions with these photos. If you would like to know more, please e-mail us at jmhouk@gmail.com.






A wonderful doctor from TN joined Jared on this trip! He was a great companion, offered incredible insight and we can't wait to see what God is going to do through him in Bhutan!






This was our travel agent and tour guide with his family. We couldn't have asked for a better guide!





This is a Bhutanese Dzong (monastery, main political offices and a fort in old days). These are all throughout Bhutan. When Tibet would raid the country, people would flee to these forts.





A giant prayer wheel inside the monastery at the Dzong pictured above. Buddhists spin these wheels and believe their prayers are sent out.





107 Stupas (concrete formations to which they bow down, sacrifice to and walk around in a circle) built by the new King as a blessing to the country.





Monks worshiping at the 107 Stupas.





Watching a bow and arrow shooting competition in the capitol.





A woman selling vegetables in the market.





As often as the sun sets, remember those that are trapped in darkness.

Monday, November 2, 2009

Majestic

We've lived in some really beautiful places. However, Kalimpong is by far the most beautiful - somewhat civilized - place we have lived so far. This morning as I was laying Caleb down for his nap, this is what I saw! We get to wake up every morning, open our curtains and gaze at the 3rd tallest mountain in the world! Anyone want to come visit?!



The view from our roof.




We had to get a family pic (thank you self-timer). Caleb is pointing at the flashing red light on the camera. We wanted him to stand with us, but we had to hold him because he kept running over to the camera.




After a fresh dusting of snow - how majestic is His creation!




We were on our way out for a walk to take some pictures of the mountains and Caleb was getting a ride from Dad. I had to capture the camouflage sweats from Grandad with the pink and white shoes from our Nepali friends! Can you believe how big he is getting?! Caleb that is... :)