A young Kiwi doctor decides to live and work for three years in a remote region of Nepal, taking his wife and two young children, with a third child born in Kathmandu shortly after arrival. There, he learns to do the best he can when confronted with unfamiliar medical conditions. Adapting to local life includes unexpected moments such as passing the children through the window of a crowded bus into the arms of friendly strangers, and riding on the bus roof. Back in New Zealand there are many challenges to being a GP in multicultural South Auckland, from home births to dramatic house calls to end-of-life care. Some poor judgements are blamed on inexperience, yet the potential for error remains a haunting presence throughout his career. In this scrapbook of memories, Greg Judkins reflects on a life of challenge and adventure, and the hazards and mistakes that are an inescapable part of personal and professional life.