as a result, these babies needed to be reassured that they were not being abandoned. he showed from his earliest childhood an intense love of natural history. he grew up as a house slave and learned what was needed in the kitchen and other areas. he spent his early childhood in japan, new york and panama. he also brought approximately 50 pounds of gear, including a tent, sleeping bag, clothing, tools, food and water, spare fuel cans, and oil to mix with the fuel. after another 25 minute delay the race started again behind the safety car, which finally pulled in after another three laps. 