Nice so far...I like what you've written. It is very common among many Nyeshang kids to voluntarily convert to monkhood by choice where it is often seen as a dharma filled deed for the family if one of the members becomes a monk. However, until 2-3 decades ago, it wasn't a choice. The second son in a family was mandatorily forced into monkhood (no ifs and buts about this)...This has since changed with the times once economic progress was attained by the Nyeshangs. BTW, Pangden? I don't recall Nyeshang women wearing this unless married to a Tibetan. Anyway, good going and enjoyed the read as always. Thanks!!