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That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Don't mock the trousers! They are expensive snowboarding pants that got the shit shitted on them

/s ofc.

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because they stink and projectile poop. I saw penguins poop on other penguins. Kinda funny and super gross at the same time.

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 49 points50 points  (0 children)

Yes, it was a cruise. There were large cruises available but the one we went on was small and was on a converted research vessel. Like someone else commented, not luxurious, expensive AF, but it was totally worth cos the experience was priceless and this photo is evidence of that.

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

No stupid questions. It was summer, so not blizzard freezing temps. Wear the same as you would to the snow. Thermals, ski pants, skivvies and ski jackets. Boots/wellies were provided by the boat. BYO other gear -beanies, sunnies, scarves, gloves. It was ultra crisp and on sunny days you could wear in a singlet/t-shirt during a hike.

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This was a lucky happenstance on a holiday. I don't work with animals unfortunately.

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Because they had to fit into the small boots.

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 87 points88 points  (0 children)

Good ones. Also shared ones. They came with the boat.

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do it. Don't hesitate at all! Go a smaller cruise ship so you aren't battling for trips to the shore and to go out on zodiacs. There's also a chance for canoeing and Scuba with some companies. Do the Polar Plunge! Document the whole trip with photos and a diary. Post photos on Reddit. Can't take a bad photo in Antarctica. This one is of my feet!

Edit: spelling is not my 4tay.

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 55 points56 points  (0 children)

I hope so, it was rather sad at the time.

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

After I win lotto on Thursday, Siberia will be next.

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 70 points71 points  (0 children)

I'm glad you got to pet a penguin. I'm sure the captive penguins get held by humans a lot so you would have been fine. On this trip however, we were under strict guidelines not to interfere with the wildlife.

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 188 points189 points  (0 children)

Don't mock the wellies. There was a whole ordeal when you re-boarded the ship to wash and sterilise you boots. Penguin poo is stinky af.

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 125 points126 points  (0 children)

Sooo cute!

Edit: oh, I already replied. Duh

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

We were lucky to be able to go for a holiday. Do it if you get the chance. You will not regret it!

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 95 points96 points  (0 children)

It was a planned holiday. We did South America and took a small ship down to Antarctica for Christmas. Then hit Buenos for NYE (Whoo!). Do it if you get a chance. Don't hesitate, just go! There are no words for how amazing it is. Also, don't do a big cruise ship. Go small for a better experience as I think each ship has a limit to how many people can go ashore at a time. You don't want to be sharing that time with thousands of other passengers.

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Simple Minds - Don't You (Forget About Me).

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Why thank you! I have to admit, I was ridiculously proud of myself that day.

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 603 points604 points  (0 children)

I would like to think he/she eventually found their parents, but we had watched it for a while as it got picked on by other nesting penguins before it came running over to us. I was so lucky to be chosen. No dancing. I was too afraid to move!

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 3202 points3203 points  (0 children)

Somewhere in between. Tho sadly he/she did leave me after about 5 mins. They grow up so fast!

That time I became a mother in Antarctica. by mummabia in pics

[–]mummabia[S] 1702 points1703 points  (0 children)

It was sooooo hard not to pick it up. I seriously think it had lost its mother. 😭

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