Friday Out and About

Pajama days are not allowed on Friday since it is hubby's only full day off of work.

We headed out to a restaurant complex that sits right next to The Kuwait Towers.

These trees are a welcome sight and shade the way (at the end there's an Applebee's), but the kids don't like to eat there.

Seafood, Italian or Japanese?

Of course, we chose the latter.

This is the third week in a row that we've been to a different Japanese restaurant.

Creme brulee and green tea for dessert.

It's 5:30 pm and hubby is heading out into 113 degree heat for a walk. More power to him! I plan to stay cool with crochet hook in hand.

Hope you have a fabulous Friday! Friendship blessings, Tammy

Simple Pleasures

A quiet morning ...

Clouds (we don't often see them in the summertime) ...

Satisfying a sweet tooth ... thumbprint cookies ...

soft cocoa cookies (more cake-like than cookie).

Lazy days of summer ...

Crochet to pass the time ... a project completed ...

I'm joining Dayle at A Collection of This and That!



“Happiness consists more in the small conveniences of pleasures that occur every day, than in great pieces of good fortune that happen but seldom to a man in the course of his life.” (Benjamin Franklin)

Have a great day! Friendship blessings, Tammy

Color, Culture, Crafts

While walking the streets of Kathmandu and Pokhara, we saw so many vendors with colorful and wonderful items for sale. All of the following images make me very, very happy!

























Since you get more joy out of giving joy to others, you should put a good deal of thought into the happiness that you are able to give. - Eleanor Roosevelt

I hope your Wednesday is wonderful. Friendship blessings, Tammy

Tibetan Refuge Camp

After the Tibetan National Uprising against the Chinese invasion in 1959, tens and thousands of Tibetans fled to India, Bhutan and Nepal. In Pokhara, we visited Tashiling Tibetan Settlement which was established in 1964. In 1971, the handicraft center was opened so that the refugees could support themselves and promote the art of carpet weaving and design.

All of the carpets they produce are woven from handspun imported pure Tibetan sheep wool that is hand dyed.







The carpets are made in 100, 80 and 60 knots. Every motive has a special meaning and signifies blessings, such as power, prosperity and good luck to the user.





Profits are used for education, healthcare, sanitation, and taking care of the elderly and physically handicapped refugees of the camp. Of course, I had to contribute to their cause.

Small square carpets.

And these little bags are the perfect size to hold passports and other important items when travelling.

I tried another pattern from The Royal Sisters called Grandma All Round.

Not sure what I will do with them but it is better than cleaning.

Have a terrific Tuesday! Friendship blessings, Tammy

The Tharu Way of Life

After our Jungle Safari in Chitwan (and a much needed rest) we were transported by ox cart to visit a Tharu Village.

The Tharu people are believed to have fled from India in the 16th century after the Moguls invaded India.

Their homes are made from mud and cow dung. Palm and handprints on the outside wall are wishes for prosperity.

Lakshmi is the Hindu Goddess of Wealth. Besides money, the traditions and values of life are also considered as wealth.

Rice is their staple crop.

After harvesting it is stored in these handmade containers.

Corn is also a staple and is cut then dried on large plastic cloths.



Their water is drawn from this well (water which you and I would not be able to drink).

They make almost everything they use.



Their animals live around them.





They are a hardworking people.

Who live a quiet, simple life.


Who is rich? He who rejoices in his portion. ~The Talmud

Blessings for a wonderful new week. Tammy