In the midst of a break from foraging for walnuts in Kyrgyzstan’s ancient Arslanbob forest, 19-year-old Kush Burman shared his reflections on his close bond with his best friend and travel partner, Jo Diop. “I believe it’s only in the last few days that I’ve truly grasped how much I cherish Jo’s presence,” he admitted, his eyes glistening with emotion. “I genuinely value that Jo is consistently willing to look out for me. I’m not sure Jo fully comprehends the significance of that.”
English Translation:
Taking a break from searching for walnuts in the ancient forest of Arslanbob, western Kyrgyzstan, 19-year-old Kush Burman reflects on his relationship with his travelling companion and best friend, Jo Diop. “I think it’s only in the past couple of days that I’ve realised how much I value having Jo here,” he says, his eyes wet with tears. “I just really appreciate the fact that Jo’s always up for sort of looking after me, in a way. I don’t think Jo will understand, like, the difference it makes.”