From Rubble to Resilience: Ramesh’s Journey
By Ramesh Khatrim, Courteny Slonski, Kalpana Gurung and Bala Nikku

Pema’s childhood story unfolds in the remote Ku village of Nepal’s Dolpa District, where life was simple, isolated, and deeply connected to nature and family. Her early years were filled with responsibilities—herding goats, fetching firewood, and collecting water—amidst a backdrop of breathtaking mountains and harsh conditions. Despite the physical challenges, she found joy in her close-knit family, especially the bond she shared with her mother, a strong and nurturing presence in her life. Pema’s childhood story unfolds in the remote Ku village of Nepal’s Dolpa District, where life was simple, isolated, and deeply connected to nature and family. Her early years were filled with responsibilities—herding goats, fetching firewood, and collecting water—amidst a backdrop of breathtaking mountains and harsh conditions. Despite the physical challenges, she found joy in her close-knit family, especially the bond she shared with her mother, a strong and nurturing presence in her life.
Pema recounts heartwarming memories of storytelling nights, sibling love, and the arrival of a sister-in-law that brought joy to their home. But her story is also marked by profound grief. Her mother fell gravely ill in a place with no hospitals, and eventually passed away in front of her. Pema describes this loss with raw emotion, recalling the pain, emptiness, and longing that followed. Yet, through her sorrow, she shares a powerful message—urging readers to cherish and respect their mothers while they’re still with them.Pema recounts heartwarming memories of storytelling nights, sibling love, and the arrival of a sister-in-law that brought joy to their home. But her story is also marked by profound grief. Her mother fell gravely ill in a place with no hospitals, and eventually passed away in front of her. Pema describes this loss with raw emotion, recalling the pain, emptiness, and longing that followed. Yet, through her sorrow, she shares a powerful message—urging readers to cherish and respect their mothers while they’re still with them.

This is not just a story of rural life—it’s a story of strength, love, and loss that will stay with you long after reading. Walk with Pema through the mountains of Dolpa, feel the warmth of her childhood home, and discover a story that will break your heart and heal it all at once. Don’t miss the journey.