The winter crew will depart for Punta Arenas, Chile on Christmas Eve. We will be in the infamous Drake Passage, Southern Ocean on Christmas Day. I wonder if King Neptune will give us a Drake Lake or stormy passage.
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| Penguin egg that a skua bird stole and ate. |
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| Elephant seals and nesting penguins. |
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| A giant petrel that I scooted my hand under to reach its tag and copy the number. Very docile. |
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| A pair of giant petrels. |
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| I slowly slid my hand under this one to check for eggs. They do nip at your hand in a friendly way. |
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| Elephant seals and penguins. |
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| A one or two-day old chick. |
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| This one is ready to hatch. |
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| I have moved onboard the Lawrence M. Gould. |
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| A very nice cabin to myself. |
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| Crossing to the station one morning this crabeater seal was snoring. |
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| Thousands of years old bar ice. We use it in the bar for drinks. |
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| I am the popcorn king on the station. |
Thank you Mike for sharing this very personal story of your love for the adventures you have been privileged to share with fairly amicable people. I know this is your last departure from Palmer, but understanding you, there will be more plans for travel and bucket list visits. Take time to process and we will be ready for your exciting stories. Take care and stay in a safe space in that Drake Lake! Love always, andee
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