04/09/2026
It breaks my heart hearing about the floods in the Himalayas. I feel for the beautiful people and communities, and the heartache ripping through them right now. It's taken me days to find the words and to think of a way I can help from afar.
After my first trip there years ago, Nepal instantly found a place deep in my heart. It was there that I truly understood the meaning of humble. The Nepalese people and their awe-inspiring mountains move together in a beautiful, calm rhythm… warm smiles, open hearts, children laughing & running freely through villages. Every person welcomed me in like family. Sitting around kitchen fires, sharing stories with sometimes very limited language between us, yet somehow connected through smiles, laughter and a quiet, gentle admiration for each other.
At first I thought the people I met didn't have much. But I quickly realised they were living with something so many of us spend a lifetime searching for. Nepal gave me so much, and I have always wanted to find a way to give something back. I'm not ignoring the fact that there is poverty and many issues they face… But for those affected by these floods, I fear their incredible resilience will be shattered.
A few days ago I was so relieved to finally hear Nakkal's voice (pictured left in the 1st pic). My wonderful Sherpa on my second trek to Annapurna Base Camp. Knowing he and his family are safe lifted so much from my heart. I still have no way of reaching Saila (also pictured) and others I met along the way, but I hold onto hope. Those two were like angels on those mountains. Guiding me, keeping me safe, and introducing me to many beautiful people.
My time in Nepal was mostly in Kathmandu and the Annapurna region. I only ever passed through parts of the flood-affected areas briefly, years ago. But I can't begin to imagine what those communities are facing right now, and my heart is with every single one of them.
🙏 A small way to help from here...
From my travels in the Annapurna region, I've pulled together a small collection of photographs that have never left me. Ive turned them into beautiful folded cards, sold in packs, to raise money for Nepal flood relief. All 5 images are from the Annapurna region (not the flood-affected areas) but each one is a reminder of the breathtaking beauty of Nepal, and every pack sold puts money directly where it's needed most.
Two pack options (please also note different pickup/delivery options):
🌿 PACK OF 5 — 5 different images, one of each
* $25 — Collection in Gisborne, VIC (Details TBC)
* $35 — Posted anywhere in Australia
🏔️ PACK OF 10 — 5 images, 2 of each
* $40 — Collection in Gisborne, VIC (Details TBC)
* $50 — Posted anywhere in Australia
This is a 2-week fundraiser. At the end of the campaign I will place a print order and get your cards out to you as quickly as possible. Local collection details in Gisborne will be confirmed closer to the end of the campaign.
All profit after printing, postage, and payment fees goes directly to the Australian Red Cross - Global Emergency Nepal Flash Floods: 👉 www.redcross.org.au/global-emergency/
My time is completely free. Every cent I can save goes to Nepal. 🙏
Once all cards have been delivered and the donation has been transferred, I will post a full update on how much was raised. I want you to know exactly where your money went. 🙏
👉 PLEASE ORDER HERE: https://theurbansparrow.com/shop/
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart. If you can't buy a pack, please free to share this post — it means just as much. 🙏
