The trek started and ended in Pokhara, a beautiful town on the edge of the mountains. There's not much to see or do there, but the views are, as you can see, enough to keep you occupied.
This is a typical hillside village in the foothills (which, by the way, are called mountains back home). Notice the terraced rice fields - a food that goes great with lentils.
Home made swings are a tradition during Dasain. This village outside of Dhampus took it a step further.
Porters do most of the carrying in the himalayas - on their HEADS! This guys appears to be an aspiring Nepali butcher.
Here's a guy who's taken a little easier load.
Here is part of our trekking team, with Lakhpa, our Sherpa Sirdar (guide) and Goyzen, our cook. Notice the rain gear - our mountain views were limited for the first few days. Hey, more time for mature conversation!
O.K., here's proof that John was with the group, and a cool picture of the rhododendron forest.
Yes, gals, this super-sensitive guy is single and he's GREAT WITH KIDS. For more information click HERE.
Here is the view of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli (right flank) from Gandruk. This was our first really good view of the mountains after several days of rain.
Here is a panorama of (from left to right) Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Machhapuchhare (Fish Tail, although it doesn't look it from here).
Here's Annapurna South, but from a different view (I think Tadopani, but the days got a little blurry after a big night of drinking games with other trekkers).
Tex crossing one of too many suspension bridges. This one was last inspected...well...never. Ladies can email this fearless and ruff-hewn man to learn more about his bravery.
Tex takes a break from bridge crossing to show his sensitive side.
An awesome view from the Deorali Pass, the highest point on our trek (12,000 ft?). All downhill from there.
The view from Gandruk of Dhaulagiri, which is one of the ten highest peaks in the world. A great view for our last day.
Daulagiri during sunset.
Herding buffalo up a mountain staircase. I guess its better than carrying them on your head.
O.K., we didn't see Everest during our trek. We missed it from a special "mountain flight". It was cloudy on our visit to the Everest region. But, at the last minute, I caught a glimpse on the plane ride home. It is the left peak on the set of peaks in the center of this picture.