Spent the day with these beauties! They now all call me their American Mom. They are so strong, smart, and loving. The girls explained their degrees to me today, the actual courses they are taking and what it feels like for some of them to only see their families once a year in order to get a degree. They also shared worry about the future in a culture where girls fates are up to the graciousness of their husbands families. Many struggle with English and my Nepali is even worse but we do fine when we actually have time to sit together. I really love and respect these girls.

Riding home today after a long, cold day at school Ram was trying so hard to talk with me. He struggles yo find a word, stops, and then…

Ram: Mem, no read, no write, had to work. No speak no English. Sad sometimes, sad.

Me: no words

Ram: it’s ok Mem (big smile in the rear view mirror)

Me: Ram, where is your coat? It’s freezing!

Ram: in back, you need?

Me: no, you need!

Sigh…… I think we need an ice cream. I know I need something… these moments get the best of me, but I wouldn’t trade them for anything!