I am
starting the blog early today as at the moment we are becalmed in quite thick
fog. So at about 8am when I went for my first cappuccino of the day it seemed
like morning mist. As I drank my coffee on the aft deck the sun was beginning
to shine brightly from behind the clouds. It was warm enough to be out in a
sweater. A large iceberg could be viewed on the left, while directly behind a
mountain peak was emerging from the clouds. So it was with optimism that we
went to breakfast. After a lively discussion about the shutdown of government
in the United States we went outside but the fog still had not lifted. It was
intended that we would have zodiac tours today observe Adelie penguins, however
at the moment all operations have stopped. However this gives us the
opportunity to reflect and relax.
Yesterday
was fabulous, for me watching penguins swim through the clear waters was
outstanding. They looked like guided missiles as they streaked through the
water. Their behaviour on land around their nests and youngsters is
fascinating. There is a huge degree of organisation in the apparent chaos.
I
have uploaded a photo of the magnificent landscape to wet you appetite.
Last
night once again we had an exceptional dinner and a lovely nightcap watching
the sun dip in the Antarctic sky.
Here’s
hoping that I will be writing of our exploits later in the day.
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