Yesterday we encountered our first snow. The day's trek dropped about 1500 feet, then climbed about 2000 feet, then dropped another 400 feet. We climbed in the...visited another monastery...and descended the last 400 feet on a steep and muddy/slippery trail. No Internet access...so no pictures.

Made the worst and the best investments in my life. Worst: $5 for a shower that was a little warmer than cold...with water pressure so low that even I had to run around to get wet....and a damp dirty towel. Best investment: $4 can of Pringles.