Vince in his element

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While we were in the Temple Square in Lumbini, Nepal, a group of school-girls spotted us and came running over. They were so excited as though we were Hollywood celebrities. They had good English and told us they were law students from a neighbouring town. They shook our hands and chatted then lined up to one side and, one by one, they stood between us, held our hands and had their photo taken. We managed to talk them into a group photo for ourselves. A couple were a bit shy and stood back a bit but eventually came forward and were photographed. We experienced the same situation a few times. I don’t know why we caused such excitement. I can only suppose it was because of our pale skin. They must see thousands of tourists. I wonder if they all get the same friendly treatment. I do try to smile at students and children – and others. The Nepali people are very friendly and have a great sense of humour. One interesting point – I thought they were saying they were ‘low’ students and they had to spell it out ‘L A W’ before we caught on. Just a slight difference in intonation/accent but we were unable to work out what they were saying Doesn’t Vince look like the cat that caught the mice? See you back in Australia.