Many have asked about birthday gifts, but for us, the pleasure of your company really is the most wonderful gift of all.

However, for those who would like to, in lieu of a gift, it would mean a lot to us if you considered making a donation to the dZi Foundation - an organisation that is working with very remote communities in Nepal to assist with the current emergency situation and longer term to help rebuild these communities.

As many of you know Paul and I have had the immense good fortune to have spent time in Nepal on a number of occasions & been able to get to know it's wonderful people & culture. We have made many friends as a result.

We have selected the dZi Foundation because they work directly with affected communities in the most remote areas. We also have a number of climbing friends who are contributing their time to the relief efforts. We know any contribution you make will directly reach the affected communities.

Thank you for your generosity, Maria & Paul