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| 17th November 2009 Mum & Dad | All your travels so far. - From: Anxious Times at the Border Your "Living Letters" spring to life. Your descriptive style of writing on your travels do come alive where I can actually visualise the places and people you meet. You humanise the people with their various traditions and cultures and in this way we can share in the compassion, friendliness and humour. Hopefully one day you will consider a book of your journeys. Looking forward to more of the same. Love the photographs. |
| 5th November 2009 Cuv | Splendid Isolation - From: The Art of Isolation My girlfriend and I have wanted to visit North Korea and your blog on it is very informative. I am curious as to how difficult it was for you to arrange travel to North Korea as an Australian (I am American). Thanks for the great blog and pictures. The traffic lady video is surreal in its robotic demonstration. |
| 5th November 2009 Cuv | Scorpions - From: Tasty Fried Scorpions I, too, had the scorpions two months ago at the Night Market and I thought they were really tasty although I didn't have meaty ones. They tasted exactly like the seahorses. Just be thankful you didn't have the starfish. An entirely forgettable experience. |
| 30th October 2009 Elizabeth | thank you - From: The Stuff of Nightmares I'm in Rwanda at the moment, and have visited many of the sites you describe and I have talked to survivors. In fact, I'm currently in Huye and battling with whether or not to go to Murambi. While I am wondering if I could stand it, I am also rebuking myself for indulging in my ability to CHOOSE whether or not I go - it's not as if those there had any say in the matter. I am also fascinated that you got to attend a trial in Arusha. I spent a morning at a gacaca court in Gisenyi - very moving, even with the language barrier. Thank you for writing so eloquently about your experiences here. |
| 30th October 2009 liliram | You outdid yourself, Shane - From: Anxious Times at the Border Very well-written, full of revelations, superb photos and what courage!!! I would rather just travel vicariously through your blogs, than lie through my teeth the way you so bravely did. I'd shake like a leaf doing what you did. So glad you are out of there now. But please don't do it again ;-) scary.... |
| 28th October 2009 The Travel Camel | BBC, CNN and visas for US Passport holders. - From: Anxious Times at the Border Thanks for the comments! I believe that embassy staff have access to BBC and CNN, but the only North Koreans would be the very privileged, and maybe not even them. I have little doubt that our access to CNN/BBC was to give us a positive impression of the country. US Passport holders can enter for only 3 days during Arirang (August/September). However, my Guide told me of a US citizen who wanted to visit for 7 days, and so he flew out to Beijing in the morning, and returned that afternoon to continue his tour. |
| 28th October 2009 Vin Pisano | Also... - From: Anxious Times at the Border (Sorry, I just had an afterthought) I wonder if your hotel room was the only place to see BBC and CNN. Considering that not even newsprint is allowed, it is possible this was intentionally available for you in order to give the illusion of a more open-minded regime. |
| 28th October 2009 Vin Pisano | Fascinating trip - From: Anxious Times at the Border Thank you for sharing this experience - surreal indeed. I wonder, though, about those children in the Children's Palace. I would assume that they have little choice in their artistic exploits, and the pressure to represent the country must be considerable. While you describe it as a positive experience, I can't help but feel there must be a heavy sadness associated with it. Alas, I can only travel there vicariously through people like you - U.S. passports need not apply. |
| 27th October 2009 Dor | Anxious Times at the Border - From: Anxious Times at the Border Hi Shane, anxious times at the border, also anxious times for us in Market Drayton. Deep down I wondered whether you may get yourself into some sort of pickle while there, but you somehow managed to charm again and wriggle out of it, and still managing to get some beautiful photos. I am glad you are not going anywhere like that anymore, it isn't good for my health! Like all explorers from the past it's there so you have to do it. This is another very exciting blog, thanks Shane, hope Lenny and Blue like all this travelling. Bye for now. Dor. |
| 21st October 2009 Mell | - From: The Art of Isolation Excellent! :) |
| 21st October 2009 Pat Hession | I love it - From: The Art of Isolation Hi Shane, Alex told me that you'd been to North Korea, so I just had to come and have a look. What an amazing experience. While it's not necessarily what you were looking for, it's still a wonderful story. So many travellers go looking for a place that's different, and I can't think of anywhere else that's this different! |
| 20th October 2009 Tanya_0608 | Excellent Insite - From: The Art of Isolation Reading your blogs was a real eye-opener! Sometimes we just dont realize the value of being born in a democratic country and freedom of speech is just taken for granted. |
| 19th October 2009 Vinovat Sudarynya | Thanks. - From: The Art of Isolation A fantastic blog Shane, thanks. Your writing is so enjoyable to read, and in this blog you cover such an interesting theme. |
| 19th October 2009 Gavin Blakey | Fascinating insights - From: The Art of Isolation Hi Shane, What fascinating insights into North Korea! It sounds like stepping back in time. It must have been one of your most interesting journeys. Thanks for sharing it with us. Best regards, Gavin and Bea |
| 19th October 2009 TinNiE | nicely written - From: The Art of Isolation Loved reading about your North Korean experience... cheers! |
| 19th October 2009 Alucard | thank you! - From: The Art of Isolation Very interesting post! |
| 18th October 2009 Dawn Smallwood | Loving your blogs! - From: The Art of Isolation Just to say how much Im enjoying your blogs on North Korea. Very interesting to read and its great receiving insights from a communist country where capitalism hasn yet touched. Look forward to your next blog! Dawn |
| 18th October 2009 Judy Wittleton | The Art of Isolation - From: The Art of Isolation You really must have all your work published Shane. It is brilliant! Much better than Bill Brysons! Keep well. Judy. |
| 18th October 2009 PA Leslie | Thanks - From: The Art of Isolation Thanks a lot Shane, this was the blog I was awaiting for....great entry. What a place...it make you feel how lucky we are that only North Korea is like this after 1989...been living in Vietnam and China for a while...the only communist parts left are not too be seen on the streets...and this is a relief. Thanks a lot and waiting for your next trip! |
| 17th October 2009 liliram | Hi Shane - From: The Art of Isolation Ive lost count. Is this your 3rd or 4th (last?) blog? Thanks for sharing all these incredible experiences with us. I can imagine dining "away" from other guests , and a city devoid of all those commercial signs and neons. Only in Nokor! And you bet I haven seen a dial phone in quite a while :) Nice blog, Shane. |
| 17th October 2009 Donna and Neil | Fascinating... - From: The Art of Isolation Hi Shane...another well written and very fascinating blog. We are really enjoying your insights about such an isolated and insular country. How strange with the children, you are right in other parts of Asia they do at least have a good stare (or point!) at the foreigners but we suppose if they have been indoctrinated (for lack of a better word) from such an early age its easy to see why they viewed you with suspicion. We notice the bedside table the dial phone is sitting on has radio-type buttons were you lucky enough (?) to get the daily broadcasts through that too or just some nice elevator music?! Looking forward to your next blog. |
| 11th October 2009 Anoop | Nostalgia - From: Miraculous Beyond Measure That was a wonderful narrative. I have not been to Tirumala, but have been to some places, and the experiences narrated can be related. Great narrative, yet again... Kudos... |
| 9th October 2009 Pablo (yo) | Hello! - From: Eternal Vigilance Against Imperialist Aggressors Great blog!!! If you like, come back and visit mine: albumdeestampillas blogspot com Thanks, Pablo from Argentina |
| 8th October 2009 Carlo Onessi | country under siege - From: A Country Under Siege I liked your article about Lebanon, I thought it was a fair description of the political views in the area. I have to agree with you on the traffic situation, I thought that was as good a description as you can get. Enjoyed looking at your photos, thank you for sharing. If you ever plan another trip there, I think you'd enjoy a trip to Mount Lebanon. An area predominantly Catholic and Maronite, fairly quiet and plenty of old architecture and site seeing. If you ever need a host in Lebanon, you've got one... |
| 8th October 2009 Mell | - From: Eternal Vigilance Against Imperialist Aggressors Thanks Shane :) |
| 8th October 2009 The Travel Camel | People and Propaganda - From: Eternal Vigilance Against Imperialist Aggressors Thanks Mel, no idea why there are so few people in the streets - but movement is quite restricted in this part of the world - I believe people need internal passes to go anywhere from their home town/village. As for the propoganda, some of it is believable (i.e. concrete wall) and some is not (i.e. US Imperalists started the war). I never felt confused, but did feel my beliefs being challenged at times. |
| 7th October 2009 Mell | - From: Eternal Vigilance Against Imperialist Aggressors Another question, which is probably a bit of a strange one: While you were in N. Korea and so isolated, did you ever for even a minute believe the propaganda, or feel confused by it, and wonder if it may in fact be true. This happens to me sometimes, when listening to or watching something that I don't agree with, but the feeling is usually temporary, until I have some time to think about it. |
| 7th October 2009 Mell | - From: Eternal Vigilance Against Imperialist Aggressors Looking forward to the 4th installment! :) Another quesion though, if you know the answer: Why are there so few people on the city streets in N. Korea? |
| 5th October 2009 The Travel Camel | Thanks for the comments! - From: Eternal Vigilance Against Imperialist Aggressors Thanks Barnaby for the very kind words about this blog. Glad you enjoyed it so much. Julie - the word "surreal" is the most apt description of my time in North Korea. When recalling some of the experiences in that country, I still shake my head in disbelief about some of the things I witnessed. |
| 5th October 2009 feedergoldfish | surreal north korea - From: Eternal Vigilance Against Imperialist Aggressors Loved your account of the villagers supporting a bridge on their backs in the incredibly titled, “Brilliant War Results Unprecedented in World History of War”. I'm intrigued by North Korea and if I was able to travel more frequently, might visit one day. However, it's pretty low on my list. I'm glad folks like you go there and report your adventures. The surrealism factor seems pretty high. |
| 4th October 2009 barnaby davies | A fantastic blog - From: Eternal Vigilance Against Imperialist Aggressors This is by far the best blog I've read on here so far. Thanks Shane |
| 4th October 2009 PA Leslie | Thanks for your reply Shane - From: Eternal Vigilance Against Imperialist Aggressors So...hope the next entry is coming very soon, I can't waiT1 |
| 4th October 2009 The Travel Camel | The behaviour of our hosts - From: Bowing before the feet of the Heavenly Leader A good question - both the Guide and Official were strict with us at the commencement of the tour. But as time passed and as they realised we respected their nation and obeyed the photo restrictions, they both lightened considerably and we had quite a few laughs as the days wore on. Regardless of their demeanour, they never ever strayed for their adherence to the Juche ideal and their belief in the strength of the North Korean nation. |
| 4th October 2009 The Travel Camel | Photo Opportunities - From: Eternal Vigilance Against Imperialist Aggressors In this blog, I couldn't take a photo of the barriers adjacent to the highway, the farms in the DMZ, the schoolchildren, and a room dedicated to the Great Leader within the school. For the most part, I managed to get photos of almost everything I witnessed. We saw hardly anything that looked ramshackled. The restriction on photographing people was the strictest, but towards the end of the tour, the opportunities to photograph North Koreans was increased significantly, and these images will appear in the next blog. |
| 4th October 2009 PA Leslie | Hi Shane, - From: Eternal Vigilance Against Imperialist Aggressors Great to see your pic of bustling Kaesong. Just one question, and I know I repeat myslef, where are the comments about things you saw, but could not take a pic of? We ca go PM on it if you prefer. Or was your stay so "well" organised that you could not even have a glimpse of something less "organized". MY Congo trip was full of images I will never forget, even if they are no pics of them, but at least, I cannot say I did not see the daily reality. Is Nokor so efficient that what you show us, is actually was you saw?....even without a lens? |
| 4th October 2009 liliram | Thank you, Shane - From: Eternal Vigilance Against Imperialist Aggressors You sure did not make us wait that long. Thank you, Shane, for this blog. Many of us can only "travel" with you through your blogs. Pleased to appreciate Nokor adventures through your eyes! |
| 1st October 2009 Eugene Huston | - From: Bowing before the feet of the Heavenly Leader Great stuff - I am interested in visiting the place - for the experience ... and this just about pushed me over there edge. Thank you |
| 1st October 2009 Adam | Nice! - From: Bowing before the feet of the Heavenly Leader Nice entry Shane! As always, a great read - and keep them coming! Care to elaborate on the guides, their demeanour, behaviour, composition, etc.? P.S - Nice hat |
| 29th September 2009 korean clothing | korean fashion clothing - From: Bowing before the feet of the Heavenly Leader Hey! I’m glad to hear this.your posts very insightful and refreshing about the topic. Keep up the good work. |
| 28th September 2009 Mell | - From: Bowing before the feet of the Heavenly Leader Excellent blog! :) |
| 28th September 2009 Andy Horsman | - From: Bowing before the feet of the Heavenly Leader Great blog - and fascinating to read about somewhere so isolated. |
| 27th September 2009 anonymous | - From: Taking the Night Train to Pyongyang Great blog ever! However, what I feel now is my anger at the stupid Chinese and Americans, who create much trouble in the world. They are just unashamed robbers. Poor the Northern Koreans, who are among the most intelligent people! |
| 27th September 2009 anne | curious and curiouser - From: Bowing before the feet of the Heavenly Leader Shane, Though I have stood and looked wistfully toward the North from South Korea I could have only ever imagined what it must be like to actually visit a place so closed to foreigners (and be allowed out again!). The very fact that it is so unattainable to most of us makes it more alluring, indeed. Who would have known that fetching cufflinks were to be the item that clinched the trust of your hosts? While your blog described what you saw, it didn't specify why you were there. signed, Curious |
| 27th September 2009 thecrashpacker | - From: Bowing before the feet of the Heavenly Leader any details on how you arranged this trip/tour? Amazing blog entry. |
| 27th September 2009 Jo Trouble | - From: Bowing before the feet of the Heavenly Leader Such descriptive story telling - well done. You make it feel as though we were all there too :-) |
| 27th September 2009 The Travel Camel | Food and Official Travel - From: Bowing before the feet of the Heavenly Leader All travel was official, so you cannot wander off and get photos of unauthorised subjects or daily life. As an example all of my photos in the previous blog would be considered unauthorised (they were taken from a train). Food on the whole was good - there were three extremely good meals and only two average ones. |
| 27th September 2009 PA Leslie | Hi Shane, - From: Bowing before the feet of the Heavenly Leader Great entry. So I guess this was the "official" part of the trip...did your two mascots allowed you to take more daily pictures. Very interesting your account of BBC and CNN...waiting for your next entry...curious...how was the food? |
| 27th September 2009 The Travel Camel | BBC and CNN in North Korea - From: Bowing before the feet of the Heavenly Leader Even more surprising then seeing BBC on my first night in Pyongyang at the Yanggakdo Hotel was seeing CNN at the Pothoggang Hotel(also in Pyongyang) on my final night in the country. Obviously these channels are only available to foreigners and a select few. |
| 27th September 2009 liliram | Another great blog, shane! - From: Bowing before the feet of the Heavenly Leader Wow........this is truly some adventure. We are making this trip along with you, Shane. As always, I sense the excitement and the humour on every human interest angle in your blog. BBC in Nokor? Incredible, but I'd take your word for it. |
| 27th September 2009 The Travel Camel | North Korea as a Tourist Destination - From: Bowing before the feet of the Heavenly Leader Thanks for the comments so far - I would love to see North Korea become more of a tourist destination - it is amazing to experience a society so different to ours - but the cost and 'fear factor' deter many people. Instead of using the term weird, if I had to describe the country in one word, I would say "surreal". |
| 27th September 2009 Chris Forte | - From: Bowing before the feet of the Heavenly Leader Excellent stuff. I never got further north than the DMZ when I lived there. Really good to read an account from someone who's been actually crossed the border. |
| 27th September 2009 Sepulchre | read with eagerness - From: Bowing before the feet of the Heavenly Leader Fascinating...do you think this place could become a tourist destination in itself - along the lines of Moscow, Hanoi, Beijing for weirdness? |
| 25th September 2009 Pablo (yo) | Hi! - From: Taking the Night Train to Pyongyang Great blog!!! If you like, come back and visit mine: albumdeestampillas blogspot com Thanks, Pablo from Argentina |
| 17th September 2009 Donna and Neil | a really interesting read - From: Taking the Night Train to Pyongyang We really enjoyed reading your blog on your journey into North Korea...looking forward to the next installments with your travelling companions Lenny and Blu! A fascinating look into a country we never hear that much about apart from in the media. Safe travels! |
| 16th September 2009 Adam | Ahem... - From: Taking the Night Train to Pyongyang The Midnight Train to Pyongyang :P Good story Shane, waiting for the next! |
| 16th September 2009 The Travel Camel | Lenny and Blu - From: Taking the Night Train to Pyongyang They are not for hire unfortunately, for they do prove useful in many circumstances (and they did again when I left North Korea) plus both of them keep me company when I'm travelling solo. |
| 16th September 2009 liliram | it's me again - From: Taking the Night Train to Pyongyang Hey, if I do decide to do Nokor........can i borrow lenny and blu? Ha ha ha. They are heroes (or is one a heroine) and should be feted with a medal or something! |
| 16th September 2009 Mell | - From: Taking the Night Train to Pyongyang Brilliant! :) Looking forward to the next one. |
| 16th September 2009 PA Leslie | Great entry Shane! - From: Taking the Night Train to Pyongyang Thanks for this great entry...hope we won't have to wait too long to get the next one...can't wait for it! And it's even better to read it know that you came back home safely. Sure enough, the most totalitarists states have also always been the safests for travellers. |
| 15th September 2009 Mrugesh | North Korea is scary - From: Taking the Night Train to Pyongyang Have been there. It seems like you build something up and than abandon it. [url]http://www.diu-info.blogspot.com |
| 15th September 2009 liliram | Great blog, shane! - From: Taking the Night Train to Pyongyang You sure know how to build up the excitement. I thoroughly enjoyed this blog.........a prelude to the big story. You write so well about a long train ride and getting into Pyongyang. Simple plot, dripping with excitement. I sensed your anxieties reading this blog. Can't wait to read the next one. Hurry! |
| 3rd September 2009 Mrugesh | One of my dream destinations - From: The Great Kingdom IT has always been a dream to visit the forbidden city. Awesome http://www.diu-info.blogspot.com |
| 2nd September 2009 Andreas | Superb reading as always - From: Age Shall Not Weary Them Hi Shane, thank you for sharing! Just love your travel stories, Be well, Andreas |
| 1st September 2009 anonymous | - From: Age Shall Not Weary Them I loved Xi'an, we spent 5 days there during our travels in China. The Muslim Quarter is fantastic, especially with all the kite flyers in the evening around the beautifully lit Drum Tower. The traffic is insane though! Your blog has reminded me that I still need to re load my pics, I uploaded them during the time when all the pics were lost form T blog! |
| 11th August 2009 Justin R. | - From: It Seemed a Good Idea at the Time... Very captivating. I am going to Semien mountains myself and this was fascinating read. |
| 9th August 2009 Anoop | Nails on the Tree - From: Nails in a Tree Thanks, first of all, for writing your mind out, without any bias. I would rather name it Nails "on THE" tree, rather than Nails On A Tree. I am an Indian National, residing in the immediate vicinity of this particular temple. I possess one american professional degree, in addition to three indian professional degrees. (It is not a material info... just for the heck of it...) I was, as a child, amused at the sight of the nails on the tree, and if you would have watched, the same nails appear on the wall of the temple abode, in the back side (since last 3 years, I havent gone there, I am writing from memory). I still remember the nails, and the acrylic blue colour painted over those nails...) I had, or rather say still have, my share of doubts about the validity and authenticity of the nails. I am sure, you have visited, Kerala, and would have observed closely the life of kerala - India in general. The mad rush of life, grossly insufficient infrastructure, a set of people amused by the new developments yet rooted deep down to the indian family values and social ethics. All these constraints, and the one life in hand, pressurize people. Some manage the life, some take recourse to sex, some to alcohol, some to religion, and those who cannot find a mental balancing factor stumbles upon ones life. You try driving on Indian roads, particularly kerala, particularly Kochi city roads - you will get to know what I am speaking of.... You go to a Kerala temple. Its much more serene than temples else where in the country. The mixed smell of gingelly oil, burning lamp, inane fragrance of the sandal sticks, the coldness creeping on to your body, your feet, your mind from the raw granite floors, spilled with water, with the glaring silence echoing all around. This surrounding, gives you a much needed "kick on your butt" to recharge you. Those who dont have any one to help, god is there to help. This place is famous as a last resort for people who are mentally ill. From my view point, rather than the 6 inch big nails, its the serene atmosphere - the considerate behaviour of the society inside the temple walls far away from the cut throat world that exists just outside the temple walls - that gives back, if at all, the mental balance. I had a time in my life, there was a time period, when i was unable to control myself, and things were going out of my control. I started visiting this temple (its 5 kms from my house) on a daily basis. I used to take a bus to the temple. Walk around the temple for some time, then walk back (5 kms) to home. The serene environment inside the temple, and the green environment outside, did cool me off, in about 3 months time. Some call it divine intervention. Its up to us to call it some thing else..... |
| 4th August 2009 The Travel Camel | Correction and Pilgrims - From: The Smiling Soul of Syria Thank you Mohamed for your assistance - I have made the corrections you suggested. As for the term 'pilgrim', I use the word to describe any person who travels for prayer or devotion to an important religious place. The use of this word should not confuse a pilgrim to a religious site with a Haj Pilgrim to Mecca - that is different as it is the most important Pilgrimage a Muslim can make. |
| 24th July 2009 Adam | Great Read! - From: A Country Under Siege I really enjoyed this read. Your writing style is intriguing, and I look forward to more. Keep 'em coming! |
| 22nd July 2009 mohamed | kindly correct - From: The Smiling Soul of Syria thanks for your kind interest in syria and thanks for your kind words about it, please note that what you are calling hamadia souqe is not correct the real names is as follows 1- souqe al bozorria 2- khan (out of souqe al taweil) 3- souqe al taweil (the street of damascus the one sant paul walked ) the funny is you did not have any photos for souqe al hamedia, and finally their is no pilgrims in damascus only visitors - thanks |
| 20th July 2009 shrekahnth | - From: Miraculous Beyond Measure hi this was really amazing. i work and live in dubai now.my parents live very close like 100kms from tirupati. all my childhood like from 5 year old there were atleast 3 visits to tirumala in a year. its been almost 7 years i havent gone there. ur travel blog just made me very nostalgic and made me remember my childhood how my darshan went from free darshans to vip darshans. i was just looking in ur blog to know if u have travelled to oman and sanaa. i have a road trip plan next month from dubai to muscat, muscat to nizwa, nizwa to salalah and salalah to sanaa. please if u have an idea about bus fares and hotel fares can u plz let me know?? |
| 3rd July 2009 Samantha | Truly inspiring!!! - From: Gorillas: A Very Close Encounter We are doing a gorilla trek but through Uganda as part of our honeymoon in 2010, if we wern't excited before , we sure are now! Really well written, doesn't gloss over the reality of things. Thanks for sharing :) |
| 29th June 2009 deb | - From: I've Joined a Gospel Choir! My daughter has just left for 5 weeks in Arusha and I treally enjoyed your pictures-helps give me a visual image of where she is |
| 2nd March 2009 liliram | Better than my DVD! - From: The Greatest Show on Earth Hey, just read your blog on the Beijing Olympics now. I have the complete set of the opening and closing ceremonies in DVDs, but I have to say I enjoyed your blog far more, and imagined the revelry and excitement far better! thanks for sharing. I'd be following your blogs from hereon. |
| 2nd March 2009 liliram | glad to have found your blog......... - From: Pleasure and Pain very apt title. hey, that was quite an ordeal with the postal lady and the train rides. i can almost imagine you sprawled on the floor of the train , sweating. very good blog. i enjoyed reading this very exciting blog. keep it coming. |
| 11th November 2008 Jo Trouble | - From: Tasty Fried Scorpions "I jokingly stated that if we happened upon any fried scorpions, I would eat one." Maybe just jokingly whisper next time ;-) Love the way Fi caught the expression on the face of the lady in the background. |
| 11th November 2008 James Mann | My Name Maybe Mann But... - From: Tasty Fried Scorpions What a cool blog you have. I have to say that eating scorpions would have my face contorted as well. I am not sure I could do that, especially if it wasn't a life and death situation. I am sure the gag reflex would make it rather difficult to get down. |
| 4th October 2008 Frank Huzur | Rawanda: Tale of terror - From: The Stuff of Nightmares Shane writes with full force of conviction. Each of his words on the genocide memorial and preserved skull hill creates picture of horror and hope at the same time. It's moving, engaging and tear-jerker. Despite being far removed from the African Tragedy, I could feel the ferocity of butchering innocent humans. In Indian, low-scale genocide has been taking place in its course of history, as the present one underway in certain pockets of Indian state of Orissa where Christians are being roasted and nuns raped in broad-daylight and pre-dawn swoop, but something of the scale of Rawandan rapacious killing is unheard of and unbelievable here. What makes bone more chilling and shivering is the realisation that everything happened just a decade before when the world was breaking free, and the America was a sole superpower. Alas, even London, Paris and Washington could also not put a brake on maniac dancing of machetes. I love the way Shane weaves his narrative. He is a master storyteller. I would like to see his experience in a book sooner Best to you, Shane!!! Keep writing! |
| 14th September 2008 Gavin Blakey | Fantastic - From: The Greatest Show on Earth Hi Shane, Inspiring commentary and fantastic photos. I loved your blog and photos. Look forward to seeing you in Brisbane. |
| 12th September 2008 Ben | Good account! - From: The Passion and the Power Hey, I was in Beijing at the same time and had very similar experiences, especially regarding the lack of public-viewing areas. BTW: I was standing very close to the Greman spectator in your picture at the rowing event - funny! |
| 11th September 2008 Stephen Paul | WOW! - From: The Greatest Show on Earth The first two pictures lead me to believe that while the show on HD television and surround sound was an incredible thing to witness- being there in person multiplies that by 100x!!! Great work with the camera... |
| 10th September 2008 Sue Storr | Great blog! - From: The Passion and the Power Hi from a fellow Aussie who recently left China (pre-olympics) after living and working there for over 2 years. Your blog brought back fond memories of my time there and it's great to see the Beijing Olympics were such a success. Thanks for the laughs, green face and all! |
| 15th August 2008 Dajana | - From: The Greatest Show on Earth Hello Shane, Like the others said, there are some amazing photos. Also, my parents just saw you on TV. I think mum said you had a green face - as anyone would supporting Australia in Beijing. Believe it was on Channel 7. Enjoy yourself. Can't wait to hear all the stories when you get back. Bye :o) |
| 14th August 2008 Melissa | Thanks! - From: The Greatest Show on Earth Wow! Your pictures are amazing! I didn't get to see the show on TV, but your pictures make up for it. They make me feel like I was sitting there beside you and your friend. Thanks for sharing! |
| 14th August 2008 the soul cultivator | You Lucky Lucky Lucky man!! - From: The Greatest Show on Earth Seeing your film, photos and text im weeping with joy. England had better buck up there ideas for 2012 as this has raised the Olympic bar to gold standards. Thank you for this blog. |
| 14th August 2008 traveler | - From: The Greatest Show on Earth Everybody's really amazed by the opening of the Olympics.. GO PHILIPPINES!!! ...Traveler’s Journey |
| 14th August 2008 shao | An awesome entry - From: Kissed by a Giraffe What an amazing experience you've had and such captivating photos! I would like to do that someday. Loved the part on the giraffe kiss, it must have been special! |
| 14th August 2008 Ron | - From: The Greatest Show on Earth Dear Shane, Thanks for sending me these words and pictures. TV doesn't do justice to the whole experience. As spectacular as this opening exhibit was, I wondered what birds next those families who were forced to leave their homes look like. Shane, all of your stories and pictures are full of emotion both sad, surprise and joy. Thanks for sharing them with us. I only hope that more people will read your blog and see the world through your eyes. Thanks, Ron in KL |
| 14th August 2008 Racheal | Amazing! - From: The Greatest Show on Earth You must have been beside yourself Shane! Your enthusiasm and Aussie pride is admirable. Are you back on these fine shores any time soon? |
| 14th July 2008 The Travel Camel | Missing thread of travels - From: Pleasure and Pain This is a very, very good question! In order to write a blog, there needs to be unusual, emotional or exciting incident(s) to base my story. For example, in England I stayed with friends - and though I had a great time, I mostly rested, played with the family dog, and enjoyed wonderful hospitality. This is difficult to expand into a long blog. The same applied to Kuala Lumpur, where I visited friends, slept a lot, shopped and ate lashings of delicious Malaysian food - not really an inspiring story, but still a very enjoyable experience. Milan was only a two day stopover to see Da Vinci's "Last Supper", and there were not sufficient incidents in Italy (apart from the Poste Italiane debacle in Rome) to justify a whole blog. Hope this answers your question. Thanks for reading my blogs! |
| 14th July 2008 CS | thread of travels - From: Pleasure and Pain Hi i am a casual follower of yr travel blogs...and im wondering why no blog for London, Kuala lumpur , Milan and others? |
| 8th July 2008 Francois Rauch | A true view ..... - From: The Stuff of Nightmares Thanks for a great article again Shane. You really reflect the truth well ....... thanks for caring and taking the time to write this. Hey bro ... if you ever travel Mozambique ..... my house is open. |
| 28th June 2008 Mike and Sarah | Haunting Photos - From: The Stuff of Nightmares This really is the stuff of nightmares. Thank you for such an emotive & informative insight. Your blogs are definitely inspiring me for my next trip! Sarah |
| 27th June 2008 Laura Lewis | Thanks Shane - From: I've Joined a Gospel Choir! Hi Shane, Laura from YA Toastmasters (years ago) I just wanted to thank you for your blogs and let you know how much I enjoy them. I almost feel as if I am your travelling companion. Am going to try another Toastmasters club next week at Wynnum. Don't know if they will measure up to the fond memories of Young Achievers. Looking forward to the next instalment. Laura |
| 26th June 2008 Franco | - From: I've Joined a Gospel Choir! Loved the photo of the Zebras crossing the road and the background of African plains. For a long time, I've been looking for a wall painting for my living room of a scene similiar to this. |
| 24th June 2008 The Travel Camel | More thoughts on Rwanda - From: The Stuff of Nightmares Thanks for the comments Henry & Denidax (Deni & Dax) Henry, The people are really trying to move onwards from what happened - only one person offered an opinion on the genocide, the rest content to leave it rest. Rwanda is a very modern country and has a strong infrastructure, so the change has been dramatic. However, I still felt so sad looking at these people and knowing what has occurred. This wasn't helped by the noticeable number of amputees I saw walking the streets - and one can easily guess how they sustained those injuries. Denidax, if you read the study by Stanley Milgrim entitled "Obedience to Authority" one can begin to understand the depraved acts people can do when they cede responsibility for the actions to people in authority. Just like Buchenwald, these places are macabre, but essential to visit - it's important for us to know what humans are unfortunately capable of. |
| 23rd June 2008 Henry | unreal - From: The Stuff of Nightmares I still cant believe what happened. Still, what are your personal thoughts on Rawanda? The people, the area now, what has chaned Thanks |
| 22nd June 2008 denidax | Touched - From: The Stuff of Nightmares That was very impressive. It is very hard to try to understand why some "human" beings get to the lowest levels of behavior. I felt something similar when I visited Buchenwald concentration camp in Germany. It was completely covered in snow and that only helped to give a little idea of the conditions in which these poor souls "lived" there... what touched me the most was to see the pictures of some of the people who were there, I couldn't help but cry which was a bit strange as I felt a bit "macabre" for being there looking at their faces... but I'm glad I went, as I learned so much... We should learn from our mistakes so we won't repeat them... I'm just afraid it's not that "easy" and some people will never learn... |
| 22nd June 2008 vickylee | cool and nice pictures - From: Gorillas: A Very Close Encounter You always give our a lot of nicw pictures and storys. You are very cool and nice. : ) |
| 15th June 2008 Francois Rauch | Great story and great photos! - From: Gorillas: A Very Close Encounter Met you in Rwanda at the memorial site showing pics to kids. We gave you a lift in the bus if you can remember. Love your blog bro and stories are fasinating. Keep it up! Great stuff. |
| 10th June 2008 The Travel Camel | Watch Brand - From: Gorillas: A Very Close Encounter Casio Protech - PRG-70 - The colour is 2872 (green). Has compass, altimeter, thermometer and barometer, plus the usual alarm and stopwatch - one of my best purchases. |
| 10th June 2008 Nitrolee | Thanks for sharing the experience! - From: Gorillas: A Very Close Encounter BTW, nice watch! What brand is it? |
| 9th June 2008 The Travel Camel | Update - From: Pleasure and Pain The now good folk at Avis have kindly provided me with the required documentation and refunded me a charge of several hundred dollars for overcharging on the tyres. Thank you Avis, and yes, I will use your services again. |
| 9th June 2008 Jo Trouble | Wow - From: Gorillas: A Very Close Encounter Looks like it was an amazing experience Shane - very cool :-) |
| 4th June 2008 addisu | - From: It Seemed a Good Idea at the Time... it is an interesting narrative.But when i first see that the story is about semain mountains, i had expected something about the wildlife than about hiking.But i am not sure there is such abandent number of walia,semain(red)fox,&gelada baboon. |
| 12th May 2008 anne | - From: Quest for the Church of Bone If the church of bones wasn't sobering enough, the hanging monk gave me pause to ponder the personality type that would conceive of such an idea. I never - not even in my nether reaches - could have believed such a grim place existed. Thanks for another lesson in mind-widening, Shane. In this age of homogenised images, it so refreshing to be piqued. Anne |
| 6th May 2008 Kataline | Excellent Photography - From: Quest for the Church of Bone Wow...your Photos are amazing and made me want to go back to Portugal. I have been to Sintra and Belem 8 years ago and almost forgot how special the place was. Thanks for reminding me and sharing your experience. Kat |
| 27th April 2008 mary | Thanks for coming - From: A Country Under Siege Hello, I am an English woman living on a Lebanese mountain. I made this my home many eyars ago and just wish that everyone could see Lebanon through my eyes. Of course, new arrivals cannot do that, they must see through their own eyes. Blogs such as yours keep us old timers enlightened. I wish more of you could/would come, and those that do, I wish you enjoy your time here. |
| 7th April 2008 mel | Behind the pretty pictures. - From: One Castle to Rule Them All Did you see anythink relating to the disappearance of this person, Nicole Vienneau from the area? I have tried to keep up with this poor persons sad search for his sister missing in the exact area. http://vienneau.livejournal.com/39588.html |
| 5th April 2008 Doreen Hodgson | - From: One Castle to Rule Them All Another beautifully written work with so much passion-am calling you my Phileas Fogg from now on! Photos to be looked at over and over, always admired Hemingway and Michael Palin but Michael had a team with him-he cheated!! Thankyou Shane it was good being there with you. Looking forward to hearing all about the travel camel when you are here. Take care, Dor and Ron. Daniel has written this, he's another whizz-kid. |
| 4th April 2008 The Travel Camel | Other places visited... - From: One Castle to Rule Them All Hello Sheila, I spent almost two weeks in Syria and it is one of my favourite countries. Though I have now left, I am still compiling the blogs. Didn't get to Deir Ezzor, but did visit Aleppo and can thoroughly recommend it - avoid Fridays as the souq is closed - and it is one of the best souqs you will ever visit. Photos from there will appear in the blog after the next one. Thanks for the comment! |
| 4th April 2008 sheila | Great place. - From: One Castle to Rule Them All Syria is one of the most place i want to visit. Great time you have there and hot pictures of palmyra u got. Did u visit aleppo and deir ezzor also?? |
| 3rd April 2008 suresh | tirupati tirumala balaji darshan - From: Miraculous Beyond Measure tirupati tirumala balaji darshan / seva booking / accomodation / internet booking, contact gunsnguys@gmail.com for more information and updates. |
| 26th March 2008 Deb | Wow... - From: A Country Under Siege Hello my dearest 'Uncle'! It sounds like your trip has gotten off to an awesome start - your blog is making me wish even more that I was on your adventure with you. It sounds very exciting and informative. I love the pictures. :) We miss you over here, and can't wait for you to get back so in the meantime write lots. It makes me feel like we are almost with you! Loved the part about being locked in - sounded like something I would do. In sad news, the Lions lost to the Eagles on Saturday night - it was only by 9 points though and they put up a fantastic fight, their kicking let them down. We missed about 4 set shots at goal. Oh well. Have fun for the rest of your trip. We'll be thinking of you. Love Deb. |
| 20th October 2007 Shrimant Jaruhar | I felt the same way - From: On the Tiger Trail I was there about two years back and I can honestly say that I felt the same things you felt on the morning elephant ride. It was incredible and I had no regrets of not spotting a tiger. Thanks for reminding me of my trip. |
| 28th March 2007 Prasad | What a great feeling - From: Miraculous Beyond Measure Hi Shane, This is a truely a very beautiful blog,I had goose bumps just reading your article.It certainely is a spell bound expereince.We just dont know what happens on entering the main temple.Tears automatically rolls down and it is a unexplainable situation.Thanks for the wonderful blog. I am a devote of the Lord venkateshwara.If possible you take the path of walking to the temple.It certainly is a place where inspite of 1000's and 1000's of people there is a sense of peace and tranquility.It is a place which we dont wish to come back from . Bye take care |
| 25th December 2006 vicky | Nature Power - From: The Fury of Nature Beauty of the nature we must go to treasure. Whenever people destruction it that attacking in retaliation. The photo of Taroko Gorge is taken very beautifully. Let me cherish the memory of very much. Hope you can come to Taiwan many time. |
| 13th December 2006 michaelpaddo | Very entertaining read! - From: Loving the Love Hotels Hey Shane, have been reading your blogs for a while now and had to comment on this one. =) Very amusing, and never covered by any other blog I've read. Keep them coming! |
| 10th December 2006 Lauralee | I'm in! - From: Loving the Love Hotels your blog on love hotels was excellent. I think you've inspired me to seek out a glowing neon hotel room when I hit up Tokyo next summer! |
| 9th December 2006 vicky | I love firefly hotel - From: Loving the Love Hotels I am very glad to read your trip Japan again.The firefly room let people see very much like. I like dreamlike world after hour.Let me really hope to live in this room one day. Hope to can be having the honor to read you writing the trip in Taiwan again. |
| 8th December 2006 Midori Tomiyama-Hall | Now I know about Love Hotel - From: Loving the Love Hotels Your detailed description about LOVE hotel finally gave me full grasp how Love Hotel looks like. Born in Japan, Love Hotel was always something very curious but never had a chance to visit there personally. The hidden world of Love Hotel finally revealed its identity by you, Shane! Now you know why Japan have enoumorous population in such a tiny continent..... |
| 15th November 2006 The Travel Camel | Correction - From: Into the Heart of Sikhism Thank you Mr Singh for informing me of the incorrect titling of the Nihang - I was relying on what I was told in India. So apologies for this error - I would be quite distressed if I have dishonoured the wonderful Sikh people in any way. |
| 14th November 2006 jaswinder singh | nirankaris - From: Into the Heart of Sikhism I would like to correct you for words to discribe nirankaris because they are actually called NIHANG'S and not NIRANKARI's which is entirely different sect of punjabis ,if you will pronounce a Nihang as Nirankari he may even kill you because they hate nirankari's |
| 14th November 2006 vickylee | Silence - From: The Strength of Silence I appreciate that Japan protects new or old culture diligently. I can see some old buildings of China in the past in your photo. I likes you pictures . Very glad that is with hope to see other moreintroductions |
| 27th October 2006 sambot | Hello! - From: The Hushed Sound of Progress Hello there moblogger/travelblogger! I'm a graduate student at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut, USA. As part of my Master's Thesis, I am researching the concept of travelblogging and moblogging in the hopes of constructing a unique service geared toward the moblogger/travelblogger's distinct community. Of note, and maybe just to put us all at ease, this is not a money-making thing... nope, it's a crucial part of my graduate research that I hope you can participate in! I've constructed an online survey that should only take about 2 minutes to complete. Any input that you could provide would be of great help! You can take the survey at the following address: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.asp?u=15302763533 Thanks so much for your help! Blog on! Sam P.S. If you have any questions, comments, or difficulties with the survey, please feel free to send me an email at travelblog@sambot.com. P.P.S. Oh... and I promise, any and all of the information that you provide will go directly toward my research. I will never, ever, ever share your information with anyone else. Again, thank you so much! |
| 27th October 2006 Joh | Very Impressive ! - From: The Hushed Sound of Progress This is the most amazingly eloquent blog I've ever read so far.....well done !...........you gave some ideas on what to see and go to when I visit Tokyo next year. It also cleared out some preconceived ill notions about Japan....thanks....JC :>...............keep writing ! |
| 26th October 2006 vickylee | Comment on The Hushed Sound of Progress - From: The Hushed Sound of Progress I like to read your article of the traveling country and taken photo You are very careful and very diligently. |
| 6th September 2006 2Brothers3Continents | Thanks for the coments - From: When Ghosts Walk the Earth The Asia seens incredible. So much of a rich culture different than the western countries. Hope you have a great time. |
| 18th August 2006 angela g | finest effort yet - From: When Ghosts Walk the Earth I was so rivetted by this story in my tea break that I forgot all about my cup of tea and only discovered it cold later on. As a scooter driver I have a particular fondness for moterbike travel stories. You put a smile on my face. Thanks |
| 10th August 2006 Bill Sherwood | - From: The Wisdom of the Scooter Hi Shane! As usual, love you work. :) Keep taking those great photos mate. |
| 8th August 2006 Frank Huzur | heart-warming writing, indeed! - From: The Wisdom of the Scooter Shane's fantastic in his Taipei sojourn. So vivid and lively is his story of city's lives it transports me into park, alley and streets of Taiwan. To know of scotterish obsession with locals is another achievement while being in New Delhi. Keep it up, Shane, you got to transport us to many more beautiful minds and locations! Happy viewing!!! |
| 1st July 2006 Madhavi | Appreciate your spirit - From: A Religion to Rule Them All Hi there, this is Madhavi. I thoroughly enjoy reading your experiences in India. I also wrote you back after reading your blog on Tirumala. As an Indian living in a foriegn land, I so much value these blogs that you write as these refresh my memories, and while reading about the Nagpur test , I was able to relive those moments over and over. Its as if you have read the Indian's mind well and you put words to their emotions. After what you have written I need not share my experience in some other words, as I would have written the same. I am glad you found places in India friendly. I so much appreciate your zeal in travelling and also vividly expressing them. Way to go!!! |
| 29th June 2006 Shiva | Excellent! - From: Miraculous Beyond Measure Hi Iam an Indian and a great devotee of Lord Venkateswara. When I read your blog, it reminded me of my personel experiences. I had the same feelings when I last visited the Lord Venkateswara in December 2005. Your narration is too good. God bless you! Shiva |
| 5th June 2006 V.S.SRINIVAS | SURPRISED - From: Miraculous Beyond Measure Hai 5June2006 I am Srinivas from Bangalore India. I was surprised that you have lot of Patience in Moving that Huge Pilgrims Que. Its Good.Well i visit Tirupati with my father every Month Once for Darshan from past 10 Years.We have attended all the Rituals & Pooja[Seva] in that Temple. I think even if we go by VI P TIckets we will be able to see the Main God from the Distance of 2 doors away only. To aviod the Huge Rush the Best way is to reserve the early morning Tickets through TEMPLE WEBSITE: www.ttdsevaonline.com . I n this if we Book Suprabatham Seva[Early morning 2.30 A.m Rs:120 Per Person/Thomala seva Rs 220 Per Person.30 am /Archana Seva 4.15 a.m Rs:220/ per person] these Tickets are issued only on every Tuesday,Wednesday, Thursday ONLY NEXT A.A.D-SHORT fORM Of Archana Ananthara Darshan s: Rs200/- per person on all the days of the week at 5.00 A.m. By taking these Tickets we wiill be able to See the God Venkateswara very Near we willbe allowed VERY near to Door step of the Sanctum Sanctorium i.e we will be able to see God from a Distance of 2-3 Feet. By Blessings of the God i am seeing him every month in the same way. I belive him Deeply . I am very much Interested about this Temple. I have read & Collected lot of Books & articles of this God & Temple History may be 20 to 25 Books until now. I think you cannot say it in Words the feeling you Get when we go very NEAR to God in these Early Morning Darshan. I suggest you to visit the above website & book a Ticket when you visit India Next time. Now Tickets will be Given for October 2006 & it will be given inSeptember 2006 by net. I had an Oppoertunity to sitin front of the God in First place right in Front of the God 3feet away for 25 Minutes untill now 5 Times IHope this information willbehelp full to yu for your Next Visit to Tirupati & make it a Divine & stillmore Pleasent Visit I will be Happy if you write your Feed back for my Comment My Email:srinivas.sanmohan@gmail.com srinivas_sanmohan@yahoo.co.uk I will be able to assist you in arranging you Trip Next tim to Tirupati if NEEDED .! Bye Shane V.S.SRINIVAS BANGALORE INDIA Thats all Bye Shane |
| 2nd June 2006 Madhavi | Thanks! - From: Miraculous Beyond Measure Hi there! Thanks for replying to my comment. I so much appreciate it. I hope you will include many more such experiences of all your fulfilling journeys in the future too, be it any place in the world. God bless you! |
| 26th May 2006 The Travel Camel | To 'quintessential' and 'Madhavi' - From: Miraculous Beyond Measure Thank you both for these kind words - your comments are both humbling and pleasing. My purpose is writing is to accurately portray in a fair and non-judgemental manner these experiences in my life. For worshippers of this temple to read this entry and be moved to tears evokes the same reaction in me as well - as this is the greatest compliment any writer can receive. The passion shown by these two people for their temple and their Lord reminds me of the extreme devotion and love of God encountered in Tirumula. This is arguably the greatest religious site in India and should be a must see on any traveller's itinerary. |
| 20th May 2006 Donna Roberts | Inspiring - From: The Temples Hi Shane - I was really inspired after seeing your repeat presentation again today at the museum and pleased you remembered me from the first time you gave the talk! I've had a blast reading all of your journal entries and will make sure I stop by the site to keep up with what exciting travel plans you have in the making. I am even more determined than ever to fulfil my dream to travel to Egypt - looking forward to your book being printed! All the best Donna |
| 14th May 2006 Madhavi | Overwhelming ! - From: Miraculous Beyond Measure Hi there, whoever you are, you made me nostalgic. I just went through your bolg and I am moved, touched.Infact words fail me. I am an Indian and belong to the state of Andhra Pradesh in which Tirumala is located. I am a devotee of Lord Venkateswara and have been to Tirumala quite a few times. I am now in US and I miss that place so much. I want to go there right now after reading your experience exactly like mine whenever I've been there. Its overwhelming, inexplicable!I just don't feel like going back home from that place, it's miraculous. It is powerful. I can feel God there.I connect to him at that place. It's as if he is walkin with me through every step I make. Thanks for reminding me of all those days spent there!God bless you! |
| 14th May 2006 Madhavi Sunkaranam | Overwhelming! - From: Miraculous Beyond Measure Hi there, whoever you are, you made me nostalgic. I just went through your bolg and I am moved, touched.Infact words fail me. I am an Indian and belong to the state of Andhra Pradesh in which Tirumala is located. I am a devotee of Lord Venkateswara and have been to Tirumala quite a few times. I am now in US and I miss that place so much. I want to go there right now after reading your experience exactly like mine whenever I've been there. Its overwhelming, inexplicable!I just don't feel like going back home from that place, it's miraculous. It is powerful. I can feel God there.I connect to him at that place. It's as if he is walkin with me through every step I make. Thanks for reminding me of all those days spent there!God bless you! |
| 11th April 2006 quintessential | Helo Shane ! - From: Of Fame and Farewell HellO Shane, hope you are still in India and enjoing the mystic experiences there - I really love reading your blogs ! - Ramesh Kompella, Heidelberg , Germany |
| 11th April 2006 quintessential | Thank You So much ! - From: Miraculous Beyond Measure Hello Shane ( if that is your name ) - I read through your blog on your thirumala experience. I am Indian and been to this place few times. reading through your blog -- it brought tears in my eyes. .. for the way you narrated your experience and the way you concluded your feelings about this religious place. I belong to the same state Andhra Pradesh and I myself travelled all over India like any western traveller. Yes some places can bring the most wonderful experiences to us.. like the cast expances of Himalayas can make us spell bound ! - Ramesh Kompella Heidelberg , Germany ! I would love to hear from you if you dont have any reservations .. rameshkompella@yahoo.com |
| 4th April 2006 Midori Tomiyama-Hall | Am I reading National Geographic Journalist's story? - From: Gluttony in Kerala Shane, Your expression and words are so amasing that I could really image very vivid image of your travel for each location you have been visiting. Your camera skill is also so great! I have really enjoyed all of your pictures, pictures that showed me real shots of local India! Good luck on rest of the trip!! |
| 30th March 2006 mbjesq | Friends Without Borders - From: Into the Heart of Sikhism Thanks for the kind words about our project, Shane. Your readers can find more about what's been happening in India and Pakistan on my blog (www.memestream.org) and Yoo-Mi's blog (www.bethechange.org/blog/yoomi). And those on the sub-continent should keep an eye on the news on 4 April, when the children of Pakistan SING their reply to the World's Largest Love Letter, written by the children of India. |
| 25th March 2006 vvs | nice ! - From: On the Tiger Trail am enthralled by ur experience n am looking forward for a trip to corbett national park...wud luv to see the tigers amid sylvan surroundings.... |
| 22nd March 2006 Lindsay | Wonderful! - From: Miraculous Beyond Measure Shane, I admire your ability to take travels like these. What a wonderful jouney. Thank you for sharing it. Lindsay Nairobi, Kenya |
| 6th March 2006 Frank Huzur | Exotica in letters and spirits!!! - From: Heaven on Earth Oh, what a great delight to go through Shane's passage to Bodh Gaya. So engrossing is his description of people and place, it overpowers my senses and in no time transports me to be there with exotic scent of the spiritual zone. The more one read it, the more its beauty grows upon the reader. Keep up the great work flying high, folk. You are welcome to India! |
| 25th February 2006 Gary Shearer | Looking forward - From: A Further Prophecy Shane. Great to see you are off again. I am looking forward to sharing this new adventure with you. Gary |
