Besides my usual birdwatching adventures in my hometown, there isn’t much else to share except for some personal experiences. Unfortunately, I suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon right before embarking on my Far North Queensland Adventure and subsequent two-week trip to the Marquesas. As a result, I had to wear a plaster cast for three weeks, followed by a moonboot for another three weeks. I was taken aback by the muscle wasting that occurred in the front part of my leg. However, with the help of physiotherapy and pool exercises, things are slowly improving. On the bright side, I have exciting plans ahead, including exploring the Chatham Islands and later Papua New Guinea to observe the captivating birds of paradise. I will share more about these upcoming adventures in a future post.
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