Lotus Summer Camp – The chores

(Pictures thanks to the Venture Asia Volunteers from Singapore)

First thing in the morning, open the roof vent. This is normally achieved by pulling a rope draped conveniently down the side of the ger, but I guess it is much more fun to climb up the roof to do it!!!

Next in line is to bathe in the river to really wake yourself up. Damned cold that water.

Clean out the ger

Get the days supply of water from the river as a gang. Note the little helpers on the ends of the line. Good mechanics and force management this, creating an equal but opposite moment, thus achieving equilibrium. And without attending one of my lectures!!!!! Team work and a natural understanding of the Newton’s Laws. And so young. Magic.

Or by special delivery!! Turn it round boys!

Today was laundry day. Kids who can, in large measure, look after themselves and each other. They have too.

Once the chores are done, chill out on your own mountainside and take in the views.