Dear T,
I find that the dynamic between coworkers at work to be a bit odd. It's amazing how people know what other people do/did. I found someone I thought I could vent to but I have decided it's not worth it. It's not like I have to talk negatively, but it sometimes feels good to be able to share my frustrations. I would rather be self-contained and alone although I sometimes enjoy talking to other people. I was reading about Papau New Guinea with my students which is north of where you are/were. It made me think of you on your trip.