Gorak Shep

-Had a terrible night of sleep (altitude). Hiked towards Everest Base Camp very slowly, along w/Lakpa, Val, + her guide. Hiked along the Khumbu Glacier, but the altitude made it tough. Had good views of the summit of Chomolungma/Everest, Nuptse, Lhola, Khumbutse, Lingtren, and Pumo Ri.
-Arrived in Everest Base Camp (5364 m, 17,593 ft). Saw a huge avalanche come down off of Pumo Ri.
-Upon entering the camp, 2 security staff asked if I had any "Free Tibet" flags with me.
-Saw the photo exhibit of the glacier recession in the Khumbu region.
-Walked back slowly to Gorak Shep. Felt the altitude, but forced myself to eat lunch. Wanted to hike up Kala Patthar, but could only go to sleep. Woke up as the sun was setting on Mt. Everest.
-Had boiled potato for dinner, with everyone else who wasn't feeling well (Cesar, Irena, and Sanders).