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Nearly to the top

The peak kept coming in and out of view as the clouds passed by. I only knew it was the summit because I could see a little flag on the top of it. Otherwise, I was just climbing blindly.
Mt. Rotui

April 22nd 2012
Of all the things that my mother has 'instructed' me to do over the years, such as 'brush your teeth' 'comb your hair' 'wear a bicycle helmet', the one that reminded me of her today was the instruction 'don't go hiking alone'. It reminded me of her because it was good advice.....that I did not follow. Just like the messy haired kid popping wheelies on hi ... read more
Oceania » French Polynesia » Moorea

French Polynesian Flag The French annexed various Polynesian island groups during the 19th century. In September 1995, France stirred up widespread protests by resuming nuclear testing on the Mururoa atoll after a three-year moratorium. The tests were suspended in January ... ... read more
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