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| 14th August 2008 Francine | Vietnam - From: Hey Baby, Got Girl-Fin Viet Nam? Wow! What date do you expect your first book to be published? Keep traveling....keep writing, stay safe! I can't wait to buy your book so please write it very soon! Cheers Francine, your Aussie fan See you "Down Under" one day!!!! |
| 14th August 2008 Francine | Cambodia’s darkest hour - From: Cambodia Thanks for your fantastic but very tragic tale of horror in Cambodia. It reminds and educates one of the tragedies that these poor people have had to suffer over so many years. I do hope they can one day have a better and more peaceful life; I think I will have nightmares after having read your story however I thank you for your amazing “in your face” blog, safe traveling, cheers Francine |
| 24th April 2008 josh | ???? - From: University of Nottingham gordon, love the pictures bro.....but miss your riveting stories! I usually MAKE myself read everything before looking at the photos. Opening up to JUST square grids reminds me of traffic here in ATL.....i need a tour guide, just a gentle handful of words is all i ask. |
| 12th July 2006 Diegowhite | You've done it! - From: A Homecoming Congrats man, Brent puts it so well, you actually did it. I loved reading your journal the whole way through your journey and am very glad to have met you, can only aspire now to what you have done. much respect and mail me some time. Diego (Irl) |
| 11th July 2006 Some kind of Animal | You're a good man - From: A Homecoming Some people talk about. Some people dream about it. Others get up and do it. I'm proud of you homey. See you in a month and a half. I'll take you up on the sewage swimming, roof-riding adventures, incessant honking and outdoor bathrooming activities to be had in the DC area...although in reality this wouldn't be all too far off the Gordon and Brent of the past. Nice to know we can stay true to our maniacal sides all the while moving forward. Give the Hazzards my all. :-) |
| 3rd July 2006 Rich | Re: Blessings - From: Northern India Hey Dude, Been loving the stories, looks like you've been gaining heaps from the trip. Travel makes wise!! |
| 21st June 2006 Charlie Updike | Cool India Shots - From: Northern India Hey Gordon, If you get into Hyderabad...check out the Baptist church there...we have three Indian familes in our congregation from that congregation. The Samual Budala Family is the most active. Keep looking up! |
| 21st June 2006 Mark Liscinsky | See you soon! - From: Northern India Looks like you've just about seen it all. Can't wait to see you. We should go out to see Dan in Vegas when you return. That'd be a great coming home party. See you in a few weeks! |
| 20th June 2006 Dan Merrill | skin and bones - From: Northern India Wow man you really do look quite skinny! I bet you cant wait to eat some home cooking. you have to let me know how scotland is, i really want to visit there sometime. I have a lot of scotish people that come out here in the summer, and they are all real nice. be safe and eat some grub man, adios!!! |
| 20th June 2006 Albert Poawui | You are Amazing - From: Northern India WOW.....You are truly envied my friend. Experience is the greatest teacher. Continue to enjoy life, take care of yourself and live well... Albert |
| 10th June 2006 Pat-cousin-Rockingham | - From: Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan Have really enjoyed your blogs. Great pictures and I'm sure you've seen things that I can't even imagine. I think journalism is one of your gifts. Your writings have been fantastic. I'm sure your family will be glad to see you. |
| 5th June 2006 Mom | Truly far out - From: Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan You seem to have adjusted to India. You sound much more upbeat. The pictures are amazing and I am sure they don't do justice to what you are actually seeing. Just think that your grandmother was there at the ripe old age of 22, probably, as an Army nurse. She had never been anywhere but Rockingham, NC. You are sweeter with each exposure to new culture, a far cry from the demanding teenager. I too am counting the days to July 6th. I am thrilled that Brent is meeting up with you. If you do the motorcycle thing--PLEASE BE CAREFUL--and make sure you get pictures of you two on it. Love you bunches, Mom |
| 4th June 2006 Abs | so SO removed down here! - From: Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan Okay, so I may be more inclined to believe you now! (I was a true doubting Thomas) Wow, I truely had no idea just what India was all about, I think you are right, I am glad that smells don't transmit through cables! See you soon-ish. Abs |
| 23rd May 2006 Alice Kimball | toilet - From: Tibet and Nepal you could have left that picture out. |
| 16th May 2006 Abs | You had me at Yak Butter Tea! - From: Tibet and Nepal I hope that isn't part of the culture that you decide to take home, it sounds disgusting - worse than Kava! Your pictures stimulate my imagination, and words inspire my soul - but Yak butter tea?! Seriously... |
| 11th May 2006 ScottyG | Constantly Amazed - From: Tibet and Nepal Gordo, Thanks again for the beautiful pictures and the eloquent narrative you have sent us with these blogs. I have to agree with Johnny that both You and Brent give us a great "vacation" from the Western Working world when we see a new blog has been posted. Thanks again and I hope you continue to quench your dehydrated thirst for adventure! |
| 11th May 2006 allison | im there - From: Tibet and Nepal i am physically as far away form you as possible, yet after reading your journal, i have a strong taste of what you are experiencing over there. THANK YOU!! glad brent made it, got worried when you said 'illegal hitchhike' in a politically unrest region. Thank you for the pictures and stories! all my love to you both. be safe:) xoxo |
| 11th May 2006 Some kind of Animal | Higher and Higher - From: Tibet and Nepal The insight, the intrigue, the prose...loving it all. Seeing it too with my own "fresh lenses"...you do a damn fine job of capturing this region. Rest your worries and breathe easy, I made it to Lhasa on a wicked hitching trip that was not without its moments of panic and magic all the while. Tell you all about it on the flip. Can't wait to hear your tales. Be safe, carry on brother. :-) |
| 11th May 2006 john-boy | stellar - From: Tibet and Nepal gordon- your pictures never cease to amaze me...i am sitting in my office in germantown, pretty gloomy thursday, & BOOM...i am right there in tibet checking out the scenery...amazing...continue your journey...safely & dudely!... |
| 19th April 2006 josh | - From: Hey Baby, Got Girl-Fin Viet Nam? your mom flew half way around the world.....and she didnt even cut your hair |
| 19th April 2006 Rach | jealousy... - From: Hey Baby, Got Girl-Fin Viet Nam? Hey babes, I am so jealous of your journey..I'm glad your mom came out, it's good to open up others eyes.. well stay safe.. now i am in seattle..goin home soon for the house and then off.. but will see you when you get home.. love, Rach |
| 18th April 2006 Abbs | tunnels snakes shudder and phobias - From: Hey Baby, Got Girl-Fin Viet Nam? hello - I am on my fifth coffee and its not 9.00am yet, therefore your email seemed perfectly aceptable to me with just the right mixture of grit, honesty and fiestiness! Seriously when you were describing the cu chi tunnel I felt my breathe automatically constrict. I have heard of those tunnels before and boy I'm glad I know to tell me about it cause I'm never doing that! Travel safe my friend, (only 92 more working days to go!) |
| 18th April 2006 Lyssa | Hi! - From: Hey Baby, Got Girl-Fin Viet Nam? Cool stuff as always! Glad you got to hang with your mom and kudos to her for making that trip. I really can't wait to hear about the next part of your adventure - I'm so nervous about doing it myself. Good luck with all the going places and doing stuff! ;) Luv ya man! |
| 22nd March 2006 Diego (Tristan) | Happy Paddys Day - From: Cambodia Hope you had a good one, miss you man and stay safe. Here's hoping it won't be too long till i can get out there again. |
| 18th March 2006 Brother from another mother | In love with Cambodia - From: Cambodia I see you're still rocking the 4 coats of sunscreen and the entire body clothing cover...chill out man! This place is life changing for certain, glad to hear your perspective and that you are keeping safe. See you in Saigon! |
| 17th March 2006 chris | wicked pictures - From: Cambodia Cool photos, be safe over there watch your step, and don't eat any bad spiders. Come home safe |
| 17th March 2006 lyssa | Hey Gordo! - From: Cambodia Absolutely touching- I think you should seriously consider a career in writing! Glad to know you're okay though and I hope your luck continues. P.S.- Have you run out of sunblock? You don't look as ghostly white as I remember.. hehehehe |
| 17th March 2006 john-john | whoa - From: Cambodia stellar pictorial and essay...A+++...may the force be with you... |
| 17th March 2006 Handshu | Gambatte!! - From: Cambodia Babe, Your journey looks truly amazing.. this will change you forever. I am proud of you, I can't wait to see you and share all the stories. BE SAFE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Miss you , Rach |
| 3rd March 2006 Alli | - From: With Eyes Wide Open Thanks for sharing your travel experiences. We are so blessed! You are doing a wonderful thing over there...stay safe! xoxo |
| 3rd March 2006 john-boy | fully - From: With Eyes Wide Open gordon-havent even read the blog yet...just looking at the pics...AMAZING!...holler |
| 2nd March 2006 Abs | Hobbits and wells anyone? - From: Welcome to the Jungle Still missing you round here but super glad you're having a somewhat eye expanding time. Wish I was there too! Stop walking through jungles on your own! love ya Abs |
| 27th February 2006 Jason | CAVES!!!! - From: Welcome to the Jungle Hey Bro... Glad to see you are getting along ok without me. And you even got to go in a cave - I know it isn't exactly an ice cave, but it sounds pretty cool anyway. Take care of yourself, and give me a shout next time you get sorted. Best - JJ |
| 24th February 2006 Le Marcus | Wow! - From: Welcome to the Jungle You guys are on another planet. Or atleast it seems that way. Hope you're enjoying yourselves! I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!! |
| 23rd February 2006 Rich | Re: Boohoo - From: Welcome to the Jungle Hey Dude, Missin' ya. I loved reading about Taman Negara and stuff, I remember it pretty well. Glad you managed to get a hide, it's awesome. One of those things you HAVE to do. Have some friends from home here, they're about to head off here. We had a talk about India and all the places they MUST see. Was thinkin' of you, Buddy! |
| 23rd February 2006 Mom | Culture shock anyone? - From: Welcome to the Jungle This is the most intriguing blog yet. You were after culture shock and this seems to be the best so far. Maybe India will be worse, but do you really want more.....Monkeys seem to have a lot of personality. They probably remind you most of home. Their antics seem awfully familiar to me. Love you bunches, Mom |
| 23rd February 2006 Lyssa | Wow - From: Welcome to the Jungle Amazing pics! What kind of camera do you have? Glad to hear you're doing well. Hope you've seen the last of those leeches! |
| 8th February 2006 Diego (Tristan) | Living it up! - From: Farewell New Zealand Glad to heaar you had a good time in NZ. Unfortunately, I had to return home to Ireland a few weeks ago. Major bummer, but I guess it's part of the process. Good luck in Asia my friend! |
| 30th January 2006 alli | madonna - From: Farewell New Zealand gordon-thanks for the email. i think about you too every time i hear madonna or think about concerts, because i think that was the last one i went to unfortunately. you should check to see if she is performing in asia. your stories are so exciting to read...always good to hear about you and brent's travels. be safe! lots of love from your texan chica! xoxo |
| 30th January 2006 Abbiesauraus | Sorry about the recommendation - From: Farewell New Zealand To the taller Speedo Twin - opps - Haast is my favourite place but I arhh forgot to mention how much it rains there. hehe at least you have a fricken funny story! Ka kite my friend, wear your pounamu with pride! |
| 29th January 2006 Scott | Sa-Weet-ah - From: Farewell New Zealand Gordo, great pics and descriptive prose thanks again for keeping us updated... I hope you guys continue to experience beauty and wonderment throughout the journey. |
| 27th January 2006 Cindy | WOW - From: Farewell New Zealand WOW! The pictures you all have taken are beautiful! You make me want to travel! Hope you all are having an amazing time! Much love!! :) |
| 27th January 2006 johnny | do it - From: Farewell New Zealand gordon-san... best of luck on the new journey... your writing never ceases to amaze me bro... be safe on your next series of travels... just remember these words: "chuck norris counted to infinity...twice" "chuck norris does not believe in god...god believes in chuck norris." |
| 11th January 2006 allison | wow - From: North Island great to see these beautiful pics while sitting in a cubicle desk in a hospital! im living vicariously through you so keep the pics and amazing stories comin! xoxoxo |
| 3rd January 2006 john boy | merry new year - From: North Island i'll keep it short and sweet...the stories and pictures are as always amazing...you'se guys be careful and enjoy the times my friend...what a way to spend the new year and christmas holiday...holler |
| 9th December 2005 Handshu | at least you cant see my cavities.. - From: Wellington, New Zealand haha funny pictures.. was that karaoke??? Missin ya here back in Matsuyama and wish i could travel with you later, but got some plans.. actually i dont know what they are yet but they are there.. well babe much love and stay warm.. sayonara ochinchin... |
| 29th November 2005 john boy | killer siller - From: Preparation H gordon-san i have been lacking on the emails bro...my apologies...but my thoughts and prayers are with you and brent on your amazing journey. the hair is looking swell my brethren...swell indeedly... your homey - johnny |
| 16th October 2005 Aunt Elvira | - From: Wellington, New Zealand Gordon, you can write. You should consider working for a newspaper or magazine. You could be their travel editor. |
| 13th October 2005 pops | on being a wastral - From: Wellington, New Zealand how dare u buy two bowls when both of u could have used just one,he could just sit on your lap therefore only one chair was needed and same goes for two mattresses when one would do. i can't believe your pissing your money away like that! just kidding of course your blog was very well written and quite enjoyable my regards to boy wonder and his vacuum cleaner! |
| 13th October 2005 east coast sizzla | neat - From: Wellington, New Zealand gordon-san...i must say the pics are seamless and tight...you have a nice eye for the area and capturing the coolness of wellington...i have yet to call your family & word on the street is they are waiting...a zillion apologies my brother...i do it not in vain...i miss you guys and can only imagine the antics that go on...i bought the salton sea...great flick...we can watch on your return...take care of yourself & the boy wonder... -johnny |
| 13th October 2005 Mom | Great pictures - From: Wellington, New Zealand Glad to see you again!!!!!!!!!! Wellington looks very tropical considering how cold you are. Actually your room doesn't look a whole lot different than your room looked like here, just minus the furniture. Hanging out at convenience stores must be genetic--considering your dad and the neighborhood Crown station. Rachel looks so much better without the gothic hair. You look great too. Love you and miss you, Mom |
| 5th October 2005 Rach | new blog - From: Kyoto and Hiroshima Hey Haz, Was lookin for some new blogs, whats a happenin in the NZ???? Have you been beat up by a Maori chick or skin head yet????? |
| 31st August 2005 Japan Bound Johnny | Whoop Whoop - From: Kyoto and Hiroshima Solid Kyoto and Hiroshima Pics my brethren...but I gots to ask wy you put that pic of me??? AHHH I look stupid! The US of A just isnt the same without you fools...stay out of the pools in new zealand!...Take them easy brother... |
| 29th August 2005 Mom | Roppongi binge - From: Kyoto and Hiroshima How did you get your nose to scrunch like that? I hope there is no lead in local Japanese "moonshine". Kyoto looks beautiful. While you are imagining being a ninja, I can still see you as a little ninja with your black head band. Love, Mom |
| 13th August 2005 Mom | Great pictures - From: Mt. Fuji Hi Gordie, We just got back from Sunset Beach and first thing--I checked your blog. The pictures are great. I don't know about your constantly "getting engaged". The climb sounds like it pushed you to your limit at the pace you climbed it. But the impact on you was worth it from your desciptions. We missed you at the beach. We had a glorious time--the water was warm, good waves, good food, and good times with extended family. We will call tonight. Love you bunches. |
| 11th August 2005 Albert Poawui | You are the Man. - From: Mt. Fuji It looks like you are having a blast man. Keep it up. Be safe.... |
| 3rd August 2005 Johnny-san | Perspectives - From: Come in Tokyo Gordon-san...it is great that we are living together...and each of us is doing a seperate blog...we get to see one another's perspectives...very sweet...like ghana bars! see you at the crib! |
| 10th July 2005 moms cuz, lucinda | love the pics - From: In the Middle hey gordon!! i am so enjoying your journal and the pics!!!! i hope to see al of this in a book someday! take care of yourself, we moms worry about our children no matter how old! love, lucinda |
| 5th July 2005 dan | niiiiiice - From: In the Middle hah nice pics man. keep em coming. happy 4th, a day late!! |
| 4th July 2005 Ms Twyla | thanks for the trip - From: In the Middle I had not planned a trip to Australia this summer, but I feel somewhat like I am on one as I read your blog. Thanks, Gordon. What an exciting time! Thanks for sharing! I look out my window here in SC, see much green vegetation, experience an occasional thunderstorm, see and hear my dogs playing in the yard while Monte cuts the grass. With what a widely diverse planet God has gifted us! |
| 3rd July 2005 Diego (Tristan) | Living it up! - From: In the Middle pics are quite cool, your certainly living the dream, take care. |
| 16th June 2005 ? | Dad's friend-giving advice - From: Melbourne and Tasmania When your searching through the bush watch out for those biting crabs |
| 15th June 2005 CARL | HEY MON - From: Melbourne and Tasmania Great Pics.Keep them coming.Watch your back and all that stuff |
| 12th June 2005 anonymous | BLAM! - From: Melbourne and Tasmania Gordon, sounds like you are living it up right now for all of us, keep the updates coming, I know I enjoy them at least. HEAAAYYYYY! - schwabdizzyfoshizzy |
| 23rd May 2005 anonymous | Sounds incredible. - From: Fiji I am very jealous, it's amazing what the average person growing up and dying in a western culture never gets to experience. I'm very happy for you. I have had similar experiences I'm glad to see that you are as well. - Albert Poawui |