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Mark Orwoll Is At It Again's avatar

Tragic, weirdly funny, at times gross, but always beautifully told.

Kay Walten's avatar

Thanks @markorwoll it is even funnier when I tell it verbally, and with body language. "Gross" yes, but then again life is gross sometimes. My best to you.

The Upgrade | Anne Marie's avatar

I had to coordinate repatriating the body of a client who died on a ship we had chartered in Antartica. He had a stroke and there was a severe storm, so the airlift medevac couldn’t get to him. He died in surgery after we were able to have another ship take him to Ushuaia. We flew his sister down to escort him home. I filed all the paperwork. It was a lot, but I learned so much in that situation, and I’m glad I couldn’t help.

Kay Walten's avatar

I wish this was the only story I have about death during my life in Mexico. But as you said these situations provide lessons few people get in life and actually can come in handy.

The Upgrade | Anne Marie's avatar

Where do you think people should visit in Mexico now? Tulum has changed too much

Kay Walten's avatar

It really depends on the purpose of the trip Anne Marie. I certainly love the luxury haciendas of Yucatan, the jungle of Chiapas, the art and environment (and the food) of Oaxaca. I deliberately choose for myself the obscure or perhaps just unusual of a place, even if it is a mainstream destination, I intentionally seek out things the masses have missed or over overlooked as they seek the perfect selfie.

The Upgrade | Anne Marie's avatar

I want a place to take my kids, quiet beaches, local food, small boutique hotels. I want the opposite of a cabo or a PVR, like Tulum in 2010 when I first went

Todd Tesen's avatar

What a marvelous story celebrating both your dear friend Harry and what it means to live a life you love! Thank you, dear Kay! Love and blessings always! 🙏🏻🌹🙏🏻

Kay Walten's avatar

Thanks Todd. Miss you let’s catch up some time soon. 🙏☮️