Colleagues from Japan

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We had two colleagues from Japan join my team for two weeks. It was a great expereince to share cultures, workflows and real work expereince for comparison between the US and Japan. We did lot of activitys outside of work and had some fun. Angie joined for on the weekend activities. It will be a very memorable time for all involved.
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The pole flights finally got through. They were 10 days later than expected. I bet the polies were happy to see the plane land and the fresh fruits and veggies (freshies) Last time a plane landed it was in February. The flights also happened to occur on the 50th anniversary of flights to the pole (to the day) when the first southpole station was started. The picture is from a recce flight from Taylor dome. I will probably be going out there on the 18th or so. I have been warned already that I need to expect to be cold. I will be camping.

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