“Traveling is a brutality. It forces you to trust strangers and to lose sight of all that familiar comfort of home and friends. You are constantly off balance. Nothing is yours except the essential things – air, sleep, dreams, the sea, the sky – all things tending towards the eternal or what we imagine of it.” – Cesare Pavese
I remember sitting in the airport in Vancouver October 3rd 2012 and I found myself full of conflicted feelings, anxious as well as excited. Anxious since I had no idea what lies ahead. Was I making the right choice leaving my life behind? What to expect from the journey I was about to embark on , who will I meet, what will I experience. So many questions stirring in my head.
I descended on my journey to hong kong which was a nice introduction to Asia and had the familiarity of home. Nepal where my mind was blown away. I climbed the annepurna circuit, pushing my limits beyond my expectations, while embracing the diversity of the culture and surroundings.
India was on another dimension. I found myself Dodging rickshaws, stepping over homeless people, while strolling pass the extreme affluent citizens of india. Scaled the hills in mynnar, breathing in the lush air, and being captivated by the beauty Of the country.
Sri Lanka where I climbed SIgiria to discover the most breathtaking view, cruising in a local bus cramped between locals while traditional music was played, and I also learned how to surf... Well sort of:) becoming familiar and friendly with the local people of their homeland.
Singapore where we were surrounded by prestige scenery, buildings, and exposed to a more American way of life. Off to Malaysia to splash out for our first Christmas away from home. We ate beautiful local food, motorbiked around the Island exploring waterfalls, wildlife, and even building lasting friendships with some incredible people.
Off to Thailand to celebrate the new year, a road trip through Mae Hong song loop and cuddled with tigers all afternoon. Zip lined through a jungle house among gibbons in Northern Laos, sailed down the Mekong river, and enjoyed a splendid evening in vang vieng drinking mushroom shakes and laughing until we cried. You know who you are:) explored the latitude of Cambodia to find one of the wonders of the world, Ankar Wat! I shot an AK 47! to let off so steam after my exposure to the deleterious effects of the Khmer Rouge towards their own people. The most inspirational people who overcame such adversity and managed to keep smiling. Remarkable! Explored the depths of Vietnam, walking through a steady stream of 3000 motorbikes, war museum that really hit home about the treacherous effects of the Vietnam war, traditional home stays in Sapa, sailing through the magnificent limestone cliffs of Halong bay. Over to Thailand to rev it up for a full moon party, to experience a great loss and than to gain some inspirational reassurance within myself. I was challenged and climbed mt Batur in Bali, explored the serenity of Ubud, than found gili t ( welcome home) and found myself healed by the happiness that surrounded me.
I left Bali June 23 2013 to discover my new life in Australia. I Arrived in Darwin, met some great mates at chilis, enjoyed casual banter, three hour service at hogs breath, moved in with the best flat mates, jumped into Lichfield, sunsets at Mindel beach, explored the Mindel markets, listened to digaredoo, fire shows, fire twirling, cruised along the river while crocs jumped towards our boat on search for meat, kayaked through Katherine gorge, wallabies, beautiful dinners, buff club drinks, monsoons on a night out, karaoke at shags, jam session at nirvana, swing dancing at bogarts, mandorah day cruise, wisdoms live music sessions, four day session with some great mates. And of course listening to the infamous Dave spry play some classic reggae:) 1000 times good! Darwin will always be my home in Australia and I have met some life long friends that not only added to the experience but made it life changing.
Melbourne where I reconnected with great friends for my second Christmas away from home, a day at the beach, many epic nights out where most reunited, simple things like the great ocean road, 12 apostles, Maru, koalas, horse riding in the hills, and obtaining a beautiful bond with my lovely girl, Sydney, blue mountains, classic jumping shots, epic talks, saint Patricks day, Byron bay working at Woody's, trivia night at arts factory, and having steak taken from my mate! Cairns we ran a muck. salt house. Gilligans, whoolshit, and pj's! Epic nights out and of course waterfalls.
My friends and I went on an epic road trip from Cairns to Darwin with generous john to find ourselves back in Darwin living the life! All the people I have met could not have made this journey more worth while but improved who I am as a person. I thank you all for having me and for making this journey the best it can be;) i will never forget this experience and all the amazing people Involved! you have changed my life in ways that I cannot describe:) live each day with an attitude of gratitude and we will all live a much happier life:) see you all soon!
Tuesday, 17 March 2015
Thursday, 26 February 2015
Dawn planet of the apes depiction
Dawn of the planet of the apes...wow what a masterpiece, Matt reeves rendition seeks to examine the incredible power that hate holds over man kind, Caesar ( leader of the apes) protests war, hate, believes in unity and protection of family, he believes that working together to help all mankind, despite primal differences.
The past should not determine the treatment and hatred towards others. He vows to eliminate war, hurt, and even death. Man can work together and trust one another without the need for guns and violence to ensure ones end. It's a classic example of man vs man. The notion of working together rather than against one another promotes survival and prosperity for all. This film attempts to facilitate a vision of a world where instead of war, there is peace.
The plague war has on human kind is catastrophic. Power and corruption over rules the unity of different races. Evil grows and ultimately fear breeds followers. The evil rises evoking a stream of bloodshed that stains the memory on the human mind forever. Peace is not met in the Middle East, The Palestinians and Israelis are in constant battle, the most intractable conflict unable to seek peace, the Germans once insisted to eliminate all Jewish people, ww1 and 2 ended in bloodshed, war against terrorism has contributed to a steady decline of Afghanistan's autonomy, cultural genocide has been practised in some first world and third world countries, the list is endless. More often than not the campaign to deceive, manipulate, and creates followers to carry out a mandate brewed by power and destruction to eliminate a proposed threat.
Once the dust has settled, the violence has ceased, and the guns are lowered, the reality becomes known. War is Inevitable! The most powerful message in this film is when Caesar claims ' humans never forget' this is the primary reason to explain endless war.
The past cannot be forgotten and the casualties of war is just a reminder that man is unable to trust, recognize, and work together to sustain a more peaceful and harmonious union. Until this end is met, there will always be differences, hatred, power over man, and never ending battle.
The past should not determine the treatment and hatred towards others. He vows to eliminate war, hurt, and even death. Man can work together and trust one another without the need for guns and violence to ensure ones end. It's a classic example of man vs man. The notion of working together rather than against one another promotes survival and prosperity for all. This film attempts to facilitate a vision of a world where instead of war, there is peace.
The plague war has on human kind is catastrophic. Power and corruption over rules the unity of different races. Evil grows and ultimately fear breeds followers. The evil rises evoking a stream of bloodshed that stains the memory on the human mind forever. Peace is not met in the Middle East, The Palestinians and Israelis are in constant battle, the most intractable conflict unable to seek peace, the Germans once insisted to eliminate all Jewish people, ww1 and 2 ended in bloodshed, war against terrorism has contributed to a steady decline of Afghanistan's autonomy, cultural genocide has been practised in some first world and third world countries, the list is endless. More often than not the campaign to deceive, manipulate, and creates followers to carry out a mandate brewed by power and destruction to eliminate a proposed threat.
Once the dust has settled, the violence has ceased, and the guns are lowered, the reality becomes known. War is Inevitable! The most powerful message in this film is when Caesar claims ' humans never forget' this is the primary reason to explain endless war.
The past cannot be forgotten and the casualties of war is just a reminder that man is unable to trust, recognize, and work together to sustain a more peaceful and harmonious union. Until this end is met, there will always be differences, hatred, power over man, and never ending battle.
Buddha means “Awakened One”, someone who has awakened and sees things as they really a Buddha is a person who is completely free from all faults and mental obstructions. Because he has awakened from the sleep of ignorance and has removed all obstructions from his mind, he
Knows. This is a great depiction of Ben Riley. I heard the news that Mr, Ben Rilley passed away my heart sank. I couldnt believe what I was hearing. I met you during a dark period of my life, and your bright smile, amazing humour, and zest for life encouraged me and helped me to heal and look forward to a better tomorrow. Your smiles, laughter, and humour helped change my life. Meeting you was pivotal in facilitating the new direction I was about to embark on for my next chapter. Thank you for that smiley Riley!
I remember one day we sat down to eat breakfast and instead we spent the entire day exchanging stories. We helped each other in a unique way that day and from that day forward we secured a significant bond that I will always treasure. We had a good group on the island of our paradise, Gili T:) we basked in the sun everyday telling stories( dom and you were kindred spirits destined to meet) we spent days laughing, forming friendships, and making plans for all of our future travels. Made friends with all the locals, mushroom shakes at coral beach two, and of course hookah at Pesona. I actually encouraged you to share food, which was out of our element, although you did embrace it and kind of enjoyed it lol. We spent nights under the stars as a group singing ragaee, while our friends Bridey and Jude played a guitar duet, accompanied by the beautiful voice of Marie. One of the happiest moments as written on all of our smiling faces. Your energy and youthfulness resonated with every person who was blessed to meet you. I remember the day we left that island you gave yati the equivalent of her entire paycheck since her boss would not pay her. You were so thoughtful of others and I know you wished to do more the next time you returned to Gili T. In honour of your good heart I will do for them what you wanted to do. I cannot think of a better way to honour your beautiful life. My next destination of travel will be to celebrate your life and the freedom that travel allow. Fly free my friend and thank you once again for being apart of my life. RIP Smiley Riley:) thank you for the memories.
Knows. This is a great depiction of Ben Riley. I heard the news that Mr, Ben Rilley passed away my heart sank. I couldnt believe what I was hearing. I met you during a dark period of my life, and your bright smile, amazing humour, and zest for life encouraged me and helped me to heal and look forward to a better tomorrow. Your smiles, laughter, and humour helped change my life. Meeting you was pivotal in facilitating the new direction I was about to embark on for my next chapter. Thank you for that smiley Riley!
I remember one day we sat down to eat breakfast and instead we spent the entire day exchanging stories. We helped each other in a unique way that day and from that day forward we secured a significant bond that I will always treasure. We had a good group on the island of our paradise, Gili T:) we basked in the sun everyday telling stories( dom and you were kindred spirits destined to meet) we spent days laughing, forming friendships, and making plans for all of our future travels. Made friends with all the locals, mushroom shakes at coral beach two, and of course hookah at Pesona. I actually encouraged you to share food, which was out of our element, although you did embrace it and kind of enjoyed it lol. We spent nights under the stars as a group singing ragaee, while our friends Bridey and Jude played a guitar duet, accompanied by the beautiful voice of Marie. One of the happiest moments as written on all of our smiling faces. Your energy and youthfulness resonated with every person who was blessed to meet you. I remember the day we left that island you gave yati the equivalent of her entire paycheck since her boss would not pay her. You were so thoughtful of others and I know you wished to do more the next time you returned to Gili T. In honour of your good heart I will do for them what you wanted to do. I cannot think of a better way to honour your beautiful life. My next destination of travel will be to celebrate your life and the freedom that travel allow. Fly free my friend and thank you once again for being apart of my life. RIP Smiley Riley:) thank you for the memories.
The restless nomad,
I have been home for over a month and I'm trying to settle in and accept the new life I have now. The life that I have to accept because of my circumstance and not my desires. Despite everything seemingly falling into place, I am not ready to commit to this life where I am expected to conform back to my original self, my pre travel self. These post travel blues have enabled this constant itch where the restless nomad inside seeks more thrills, adventure, and making a new life somewhere awesome and where I can be myself. No one gets me, what I have done, or how I want to be or who I have grown to be. No one appreciates the strengths and courage that has been instilled and encouraged through my experiences and as a consequence of the incredible people I have met:) This mirror image they once saw is now faded by this new whole person that craves a positive life, a life that she can call her own, not the one people have chosen or expect her to assume. I miss the incredible people I have met, not answering to anyone, to explain where I have gone or what I am doing. I don't want to feel who I am is nothing to be desired. I see the western world as a prison, of self, materialistic desires, and inability to forgo attachment. I envision a life where it's simple, simplicity, and not sweating the small stuff, and an ability to be who I am, this is what this restless nomad craves so much and is the primary reason she needs a new direction, a new path, something that encourages her inner nomad:) I feel that no matter what I will never be the same and no matter how much some may wish that, I can never relinquish this incredible new person I have become:)
I have been home for over a month and I'm trying to settle in and accept the new life I have now. The life that I have to accept because of my circumstance and not my desires. Despite everything seemingly falling into place, I am not ready to commit to this life where I am expected to conform back to my original self, my pre travel self. These post travel blues have enabled this constant itch where the restless nomad inside seeks more thrills, adventure, and making a new life somewhere awesome and where I can be myself. No one gets me, what I have done, or how I want to be or who I have grown to be. No one appreciates the strengths and courage that has been instilled and encouraged through my experiences and as a consequence of the incredible people I have met:) This mirror image they once saw is now faded by this new whole person that craves a positive life, a life that she can call her own, not the one people have chosen or expect her to assume. I miss the incredible people I have met, not answering to anyone, to explain where I have gone or what I am doing. I don't want to feel who I am is nothing to be desired. I see the western world as a prison, of self, materialistic desires, and inability to forgo attachment. I envision a life where it's simple, simplicity, and not sweating the small stuff, and an ability to be who I am, this is what this restless nomad craves so much and is the primary reason she needs a new direction, a new path, something that encourages her inner nomad:) I feel that no matter what I will never be the same and no matter how much some may wish that, I can never relinquish this incredible new person I have become:)
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