Summer Season coming to an end
Well the first of our crew has gone. Summer is officially over as people begin to adventure away on their travel plans. Linda, our Pack Leader, flew out on Friday while the next big flight of people is the 19th. It is exciting to hear where people are going and doing, but also to be staying behind. I've gotten all my necessary items from home, friends and family have sent me additional things that will make the winter a little warmer. Now if I could just find out where I'll be living I could settle in and brace myself for the coming months. I probably won't know till the end of next week when people start to clear out.
With things winding down there is little to write about. I did do a second Delta training where I actually drove out on the ice, did some doughnuts (really tight circles) and got more comfortable with the large orange machine. Love every minute and if I ever come back I want to be a shuttle driver. Other than that, it's been a quiet week of getting over the McMurdo crud.
This is also the last week of Mid-rats, then I transition back to days - become a day walker - and start into my winter shift. I've signed up for the AM (there are only four Dining Attendants and I'm the only morning one. I get to work by myself and listen to my own music while I work. Not much different from what I'm doing now, but no sandwiches, food prep or deadlines and that is good) so I'll start at 6am and be off by 4pm. I'm going to start an intense workout schedule and try to dominate the Biggest Loser Antarctica Competition.
I really can't believe that I'd already be getting ready to leave if I wasn't wintering. Time really passed fast and I'm glad I get to stay. I just didn't get enough of this place, and I'm sure once October rolls around I'll be ready to leave, but right now I'm happy, content and living the Antarctic Dream.
Happy Valentine's Day to everyone, and Mom Happy Birthday. I wish I could be there to celebrate, but I know Dad will take good care of you and treat you well. Know that I am thinking of you on your special day and sending prayers, love and hugs to you. May God continue to watch over, guide and protect you. I love you and miss you.
Hey girlie! I got your postcard today! Made my wonderfully bright day, even more ILLUMINOUS!!! I love you and I cannot wait to hear all about your awesome winter vacations!!!
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So... I found out late last night that the toner does not last long in the church copier! I have to go down this morning and print them off at Office Depot! Ahh, memories!!! :) Well, I figured you might see this before you see e-mails! I hope you have a wonderful week and.. OH! I was subbing in a class a few days ago and out on one of the desks was a book called Destination: Antarctica. It was about a group of guys that tried to follow the path of the Scott team! Had pictures of McMurdo in the 80's and everything! :) Got the chance to tell the whole class all about you and your grand adventures! ;) The book even had a map of the continent showing right where you are. It was so neat! You are on the iceshelf! It was so wonderful! Like you are the hero in your own fairytale! :) Legends will be made about the girl who traveled to distant lands to discover what few had ever done before.
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