The time has come

A little over a month ago, my dream of living in Alaska for the summer became a longterm commitment and lifestyle - I was offered a 22 month contract to live and work in one of the most beautiful places on Earth. After breaking the news to Graham, it didn't take much convincing for him to quit his job and join in the adventure with me.

In addition to living in one of the most beautiful places on Earth, I not only get to fly around in helicopters and hike for work every summer, but I'm also given 1.5 months off every winter to do whatever I want. I considered taking some classes at the University or taking up a new hobby but anyone who knows me would know that adventure and travel were the first things that came to mind. It didn't take long to decide that South America was going to be our new home for the next month.

The plan while we're in South America is a long and detailed one but the short of it is that we will be spending two weeks in Peru visiting the ruins of Machu Picchu and another two weeks trekking in Patagonia.

It's a rough life... :)