Thursday, August 31, 2006

Answers for Eric

From Eric in Erlangen, Germany:

Q: "What are the other people like?? And what kind of person spends 12 years working in Antarctica?"
A: The people here are AMAZING for the most part. Of course, there will always be those people you don't get along with. But... I have met so many friendly, caring, genuine people. The people that are doing long contracts... well, this is just their life. They work 6 months and have 6 months off. Not a bad life, really.

Q: "That is the weirdest address I've ever seen. Do you know where the mail is directed to first?? New Zealand??"
A: If you use the APO address listed under the "SEND ME STUFF!!!" link on the left-hand side of the page, your mail will be directed to the US first. If you use the New Zealand address listed, your mail will immediately go to New Zealand. If you're mailing from outside the US, check to see which address is cheaper to send to.

Q: "Do they ever eat penguins??? Penguin BBQ?"
A: No, we are not allowed to eat any of the animals in Antarctica. They are protected under the Antarctic Treaty. I have heard that penguin is delicious though. ;)

Posted by Katie from the Ice @ 11:56 PM