Arukikata

Arukikata literally means "way of walk" in Japanese. The title of this visual documentary comes from a famous guidebook Chikyuu no Arukikata (globe trotter) that has accompanied me for most of my trips around the world. Here you will find info on my travel, study, work and life in different parts of the world. Most of the posts here are linked with videos, publications and/or multimedia contents. I will also backdate some interesting events as time allows. You are welcome to provide comments and feedback. Please enjoy reading.

Sunday, 19 January 2003

Penguin Island

- After 5 days of observing animal behaviour, there is nothing more intimate and intimidating, nesting with 24 Antarctic new comers, in a full house, under an up-side down zodiac, seeing all sort of human behaviour, waiting for radio message a mile away.
- One cannot simply lean next to others to get warmth in windy weather, but by sharing the heart beat and breathe that came over your head and mind.
- It’s always good to have a tenor, an architect, an aerobic instructor and as many chatterboxes as possible in every expedition.
- Beer belly is the best reserve and backup for any emergency situation.
- Filthy, mind-blown, back to the cabin all there is a restless mind.
- In an expedition, it is difficult to tell whether an emergency situation is a dream-come-true or a déjà-vu.