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| 5th December 2009 fareed | fareed - From: The Problem with Porters, Parts I & II very good |
| 29th October 2009 Yoyok | - From: Walking in An Other Self's Shoes Hy brada just corretion that place is cemoro lawang not cekoro lawang, time to visit to bromo better is in agustus or september because u can see kasodo ceremony by tenggeres, sory my english is very bad thank u |
| 24th September 2009 Treveni | - From: Walking in An Other Self's Shoes Hi very well expressed!!! I am from malaysia, Mount Bromo looks so dam adventurous, can u pls tell me which time in the year could be the best and safest visit to this place. Take care bye. |
| 9th September 2009 Lana Tillis | Reincarnation - From: Friendship's Worth A Thousand Pictures I think I'd like to reincarnate as YOU in my next lifetime.... or a fly in your suitcase. ; ) |
| 29th August 2009 saleh | From the top of worrld! - From: The Hindu Kush from the Passenger Seat u have done a great job . being a wilderness guide it is pleasure for me e to read you r journey through mastuji chitral , kalash , but some hiddend taboos you have left to mention next time try ttto fully reflect the real image . any way you real take a such inner most tradition of this culture just in a single trek bye samjo wilderness oprature and alpine giude Hoper Hunza pakistan |
| 22nd August 2009 wheres kevin | - From: West Sumatra: What Doesn't Kill Me... hello - sorry it has been long enough that I cannot recall who is Putra. I recall feeling ill there at Lily's and the guys were really good to me and helped back my health. Shall have to return one day to see if Lily has kept on keepin' on |
| 22nd July 2009 rosmera | Danau Maninjau - From: West Sumatra: What Doesn't Kill Me... hi, i've only just upload my Sumatra pictures on my Facebook and feeling nostalgic i googled Lily's Homestay and found this website.. You write beautifully ... were you at Lily's last year?? We were there in 2006 and we were the only guests at Lily's ... Putra the caretaker took good care of us ...am wondering whether he is still around ... |
| 20th July 2009 rini | wow.... - From: The Nggada & Mangarei of West Flores wow...thats 1st time i saw ur blog..even im indonesian but never seen such a beautifull pic of flores till i saw ur blog, wow man....cos ur blog i know flores little bit & i hv plan to make trip to flores just want to see like ur pic is. thanks man |
| 26th June 2009 kacie | help with tefl courses - From: TEFL certificate Hello, I am moving to Macau with my fiance and need to find a recognized tefl course very close to Macau (hong kong?) I noticed you took the course in Zhu Hai, how long would it take to commute there? any help is greatly appreciated. kacie |
| 26th April 2009 wheres kevin | thanks for the heads up - From: Bule Tinggal Kampung problem taken care of |
| 21st April 2009 David | So Nice.. - From: Conversations After Sunset: The Further Adventures Of Sal & CoolCat You look great, and your writing is still fab, as always. I miss Sally, she introduced me to Veuve Clicquot... and life has never been the same. ;-) |
| 18th April 2009 dirk | pictures - From: Bule Tinggal Kampung Hi, highly appreciated your post about Gili; literature. Could not see the pictures though. Just black squares with titles. Salam, dirk |
| 2nd March 2009 Abe | Beautiful Photos - From: Conversations After Sunset: The Further Adventures Of Sal & CoolCat Beautiful Photos, Kevin, miss Indo a lot, be careful tho' when fraternising with the locals. Remember you are in a Muslim Country. Pretty cute btw. |
| 16th February 2009 anonymous | - From: Conversations After Sunset: The Further Adventures Of Sal & CoolCat Interesting account of your time in Indonesia. |
| 15th February 2009 dirk weemades | that's the way it is - From: Conversations After Sunset: The Further Adventures Of Sal & CoolCat A nice description of the real Indonesia outside the polished resorts. Keep us posted! Salaam, dirk |
| 4th January 2009 olivia | wow! - From: Motorcycle Blogs: Beachcombing in Jawa Timur To be honest, you description is "misleading". I was born and grew up in Jawa Timur. Your story makes Jawa Timur looks like an exotic place. Well, it is not. But, I'm not blaming you. I once travel to Japan and I fell in love with everything about it, but unfortunately, most of Japanese people do not agree with me. They see their country as a boring land and will jump out of it if opportunity is knocking. |
| 3rd January 2009 Russell Imrie | Nice Account - From: The Hindu Kush from the Passenger Seat Hello Kevin I found your journal in mid 2008 and go back to it - very enjoyable and well done. |
| 24th December 2008 Irfan Mahmood | Good work but ...... - From: The Problem with Porters, Parts I & II Dear Kavin, I read ur experience to the north of Pakistan, Gilgit Phandar, and Nanga Parbat. Though u left some bad memories as for as porters or guides are concerned. But I would say rather suggest if u intend to come over here u must consult those people who already visited these areas. In Pakistan a famour personality is Mustansar Hussain Tarar who wrote more than 11 books on these areas, therefore his advice must be valuable for the people visiting to see mountains. Moreover, I also suggest to visit and see people of Baltistan, via Astore, Rama Lake, Deosai. Here u will see the difference and u will forget the past bitter expeirence. |
| 26th November 2008 Roger | nice weekend - From: Motorcycle Blogs: Beachcombing in Jawa Timur A nice adventure to read about--so little happens and yet so much does. Do you ever feel that your eyes are full? That you've seen and experienced so much, so much more than we who remain closer to home, that it all begins to blur to merge in your memory, in your ability to feel each beautiful, uncomfortable, wonderful moment? Hugs and love Roger |
| 25th November 2008 david | G-d Bless - From: Motorcycle Blogs: Beachcombing in Jawa Timur You are so ALIVE. |
| 16th November 2008 Leslie | Underwater - From: The Nggada & Mangarei of West Flores Your bit about being underwater reminds me of the same thing. Yeeeeeears ago I did a series of paintings entitled "Aquatrek", spacey-looking works based on "Star Trek" of shells and other things washed up on Callala Beach. There are only 3 paintings of that series left. |
| 14th November 2008 Another Kevin | Bringing back old memories... - From: The Nggada & Mangarei of West Flores Great pics...the ones of Kanawa bring back some fond memories of my trip through the area in '96. Good to see it hasn't changed much (other than the addition of the pier) |
| 12th November 2008 Mom | Your journey is truly remarkable - From: The Nggada & Mangarei of West Flores The photos you have displayed on your blog are outstanding. My hat is off to you, Kevin. |
| 7th November 2008 M.Hussain | disparities - From: The Problem with Porters, Parts I & II salam, u r serving well the northern areas'people but still some disparities in ur system, *travel facilities for various parts of areas are not equal like the buses and other requsities are usually offred those which are useless for Hunza, Gilgit and other towns. u r responsible for 1 offering equal facilities 2. the best service |
| 17th September 2008 Pamela | Must say I loved your report and - From: North Sumatra: from Medan to Lake Toba the photos esp of Brestagi are great. I have saved this blog in my favourites and will be quoting the link for thedifferenttravel forums I frequent. Pamela |
| 17th September 2008 Pamela | Loved reading about my mate Nora - From: North Sumatra: from Medan to Lake Toba Isn't Nora a character? I always stay at her homestay either in the village or at the new place Rain Forest up the pathway by the river. She kidnapped my mobile phone when I was there and put a photo of herself up as wall paper- still there after 6 months- reminds me of all the good times in Bukit Lawang one of my favourite places in Indonesia. Pamlea. |
| 11th September 2008 wheres kevin | Khunjerab Pass - From: Misadventures of Trekking in the Northern Areas: Part III & IV Indeed, I made a mistake, was writing these blogs months after the pics were taken and after I'd given away my guidebooks. The image was taken in Khunjerab National Park, at Khunjerab Pass. then again - it could be the Canadian Rockies! |
| 9th September 2008 shun | yeah - From: North Sumatra: from Medan to Lake Toba nice pics! you still travelin? |
| 4th September 2008 Tiago | Karakoram Pass - From: Misadventures of Trekking in the Northern Areas: Part III & IV Are you really sure the photo you mention as "Karakoram Pass" is really of this site? Remember that this pass is a restricted military area, from both sides, India and China! |
| 21st August 2008 gauravkasera | Rajasthan Pushkar fair - From: West Sumatra: What Doesn't Kill Me... hello, I have read your posting. You have made very good stuff. For travel guide of Saya Mau Sewa Sepeda . You have written it in very detail, that is very nice. I have seen a very good website which provides very good information related to travels and tours trips that is www.rajasthantravelagent.com and is a good website for indian Traveler guideline including Specilly rajasthan tours with Pushkar Fair in this winter. |
| 25th July 2008 Sara GH | WOW - From: North Sumatra: from Medan to Lake Toba Amazing! |
| 24th July 2008 david | Still Brave - From: North Sumatra: from Medan to Lake Toba Aww, You're still being brave, bold and beautiful... Miss ya, David |
| 30th April 2008 Ann | Your chinese student - From: TEFL certificate Hi!Kevin,How are you today?I forgot to tell u:To make PuEr tea does't spend too much time-only 1-2minuts,otherwise tastes too bad.u see?Have a good time!Keep contact. From Ann |
| 30th March 2008 Leslie | tender - From: Winter in the City of Eternal Spring I love your love stories. |
| 23rd March 2008 Leslie | spicy - From: For Urination Only Yes. I definitely like your more spicy blogs. Keep it up! |
| 24th February 2008 Aries and Rinka | - From: The early days in Japan I really enjoyed your blog and your drawings are great. I moved to Japan 7 months ago from the US with my family. I love Japan but have to agree with what you said, citizens from the wealthiest nations are the loneliest people, and the Japanese take that a notch higher. |
| 12th February 2008 leslie | happy belated birthday! - From: West Sichuan, the 'province' of Kham Sorry I missed your birthday. You must be another Libran! Me too! Anyway, hope it was a happy one. |
| 13th January 2008 Laurie Rands | - From: Tibet is on holiday Kevin, what a site, and what an adventure. Your Mum sent me the blog address, and I am in wonder with your write-ups, so full of colour and excitement. I will certainly be visiting your site again, to see what your next adventure brings forth. Your third cousin, In New Zealand Laurie Rands |
| 10th December 2007 Leslie | September 11 - From: They paved the Silk Route and put up a parking lot In the middle of the Taklamakan Desert we were informed that the Twin Towers had been destroyed. (You missed an incredible trip, by the way, by not going through the Desert. Amazing place. Unearthly. It even inspired me to write poetry!!!) I was caught up along the Kyrghiz/Tajik/Pakistani borders for 10 days afterwards with several of the Uyghurs, the Kyrghiz and Pakistanis demonstrating FOR Bin Laden and the Yanks threatening to bomb him to kingdom come. I was pretty worried about the Yanks. They miss a lot. Khotan was a fascinating place too. Whilst bargaining for a fabulously rich-coloured rug in the covered market there, a HUGE crowd of men gathered. A Uyghur guy who could speak a bit of English told me that he had never seen anyone bargain down to such a cheap price. Things are expensive for foreigners in China. However, everyone was friendly, especially in western China but I think I also had the advantage of gob-smacking shock value. They'd never seen such an apparition before! Also I got lots of great shots of both men and women. They were very happy to have their pictures taken. (Maybe because I was a woman???) It was a fascinating trip. |
| 8th December 2007 Maz | My Vicarious Hero - From: They paved the Silk Route and put up a parking lot Hey Kevers, Do you know when writing the comment title I had to look up the spelling of the word hero. I, at first, spelt it the Japanese boy's name's way, HiRo. I've never replied to anyones travel blog (or any kind of blog) so I don't know if I only have only this tiny little display window, like those fucking answering machines that go beep 'hi kev, yeah,so this is maz and well, yeah....BEEP. and I don't even know if this message I'm writing is for Kevin or...... BEEP. or the other people who think kevin is... BEEP. Anyway, the little window keeps moving down so I think I can write forever and ever, amen. For Kevin You write eloquently and travel intelligently. Gotta go, I have to deliver a jacket to a man who has no shoes. In summary, Kevin, you're great. I travel vicariously through BEEEEEEEEEEEEEp. |
| 25th November 2007 Stephen Paul | Super Fantastic Ultra Awesome Blog Post - From: Misadventures of Trekking in the Northern Areas: Part III & IV wow! Every photo is a winner. You capture both the people and the landscapes with your photographs, and your writing is great too. Great work! |
| 2nd November 2007 Leslie | thanks - From: Misadventures of Trekking in the Northern Areas: Part III & IV Thanks for sharing your trials, tribulations and travels with us Kebin. xxx |
| 1st November 2007 MikeandNancy | Envious at Home - From: Misadventures of Trekking in the Northern Areas: Part III & IV Your writings and photos are wonderful Kevin. Thanks very much. |
| 28th October 2007 Stanley | Thanks - From: The Problem with Porters, Parts I & II Just wanted to say thanks for sharing all these fascinating adventures. |
| 21st October 2007 Linda | I can't believe you are actually over there. - From: The Valley of Old Storytellers Great blog, Kevin. At times I worry for you and at other times I marvel at your spirit. Stay safe and keep the stories coming. |
| 21st October 2007 Linda | Loved the photos. - From: The Hindu Kush from the Passenger Seat Well done, Kevin. This country you have just passed through looks beautiful, no wonder you wanted to hike here. |
| 21st October 2007 Linda | What a holiday you are having, Kevin. - From: The Problem with Porters, Parts I & II I am so impressed with your blog, Kevin. It is so detailed. How do you remember everything, then write it with so much color. I am wondering if you were ever scared in in Pakistan? Many of the situations you wrote about could have taken of in the wrong direction, but they didn't, and thank goodness for that. I know I certainly would be out of my comfort zone in Pakistan. You truely have an adventurous spirit, Kevin. We have printed the latest blog and I have read it twice. Next time I will do it with a map in hand. Wishing you a continued safe holiday. Keep up the blog, for we love it. M&D |
| 20th October 2007 Catherine | - From: The Problem with Porters, Parts I & II Kevin - you have got to get your work published! You amaze me. The photos look so professional! |
| 19th October 2007 Stacey and Mike | Wow! - From: The Problem with Porters, Parts I & II Kevin, beautiful photos, WOW! You are such an adventurer, here we are with tickets to the Canucks game tonight!!! Ah, such contrasting lives we take as a step off from Hiro-ville. How long is your adventure, are you back to Japan or coming home to Van? We are awaiting your arrival! Safe journeys and keep in touch! stace xo |
| 18th October 2007 scott | good entry - From: The Hindu Kush from the Passenger Seat nice entry kevin, i enjoyed reading this one a lot. it sounds like despite running into the odd foreigner, you are really in an area very remote and somewhat cut off from the rest of the world...but i'm sure that is exactly where you want to be. How much longer do you figure you travels/money will last before you head back to Canada? take care! |
| 18th September 2007 scott | sounds amazing - From: Unlikely Tours in the Peshawar Plain I think you've outdone yourself on this trip, you really are taking off into the unknown and throwing yourself head first into the backpacking across the world mentality! |
| 8th September 2007 Leslie | painting - From: Irritable Bowl Syndrome Kevin: you paint a wonderful picture in words. |
| 21st August 2007 mom | Keep the photos and journals coming. - From: Pindi & Baddy The photos and journal are great. I am so glad you are able to keep this up. I look forward to the next episode. Keep healthy and safe! Love, Mom p.s. you are now an uncle to beautiful little baby girl, Ayla. |
| 18th August 2007 Stanley | Moving on - From: Sayonara I guess I missed this particular entry. Sent you a postcard to your Japanese address a couple days ago. But perhaps I can tell you about Whistler in person!! I'm sure you're moving on to all new and wonderful adventures. |
| 18th August 2007 Leslie | Lahore - aptly named! - From: Pindi & Baddy I remember thinking that it was some kind of tourist trick. A big fat Pakistani man lurching along the street with a spear stuck through his stomach. We dodged the spear shaft. |
| 30th July 2007 Jen Jen | Heading home... - From: Sayonara Kevin, reading your blog made me cry. That's exactly the way I felt when I left Japan. It's all so bitter sweet. Exciting to be moving on to the next chapter of life, but sad to say goodbye to this one. I'm feeling very nostalgic right now and missing Japan a little. We had some good times, didn't we? I miss you. Give me a call when you get back to Canada. Seattle is not so far away. I love you buddy. |
| 28th July 2007 Vicki | - From: Tokyo Revisited part III Actually the story of Minamoto Yoritomo, and his younger brother Yoshitsune, is my favourite part of Japanese history! |
| 28th July 2007 Vicki | - From: Sayonara Loved the blog and the photos. Looked like you had a brilliant time and reminded me of my own time in Japan. Best of luck with your future adventures! |
| 26th July 2007 Malia | - From: Sayonara You are amazing Kevin! Best of luck to you and please keep in touch! |
| 25th July 2007 Mom | What a great send off you had! - From: Sayonara Loved the message about leaving Japan. I had forgotton so much of Japan but with your journal and photos I am reminded of the sights, sounds and smells of this country..thank you, Kevin. |
| 25th July 2007 Catherine | Corn on Pizza - From: Sayonara My Brillant Boy Brother. You are like corn on pizza. Fun, a good idea but rarely encountered. I wish you well. Your writing brings tears to my eyes. I love you! |
| 25th July 2007 David | fareaway so close... - From: Sayonara I'm a bit a sad, it's strange and wonderful to see this blog first thing in the morning today....i guess the next chapter is yet to be written... |
| 18th May 2007 Martin | Tokyo is the best - From: Tokyo Revisited part I Great post, Kevin. Nancy and I went to Tokyo on our wedding anniversary last year, so I can picture all the places you mentioned. You experienced a side of Tokyo that we don't know though, like the trendy clubs and meeting the vibrant people who live there. Tokyo is so vast, with so many layers that you can have almost any type of life there. I could easily picture myself living there if I could find a decent job. Shibuya especially has a cool vibe. Have fun. |
| 28th April 2007 Martin Roemer | Wedding bells - From: My Sister's Wedding, White Rock Kevin, you sister looked absolutely stunning. The wedding sounds like it was a lot of fun, despite the rain. Oh and I love the doughnut tree for a wedding cake. Classic! I hope she and Stephen have a beautiful marriage ahead. |
| 6th April 2007 dave | - From: Camping in Zeeland wonderful. wonderful stuff. i've read them backwards and forwards....gotten misty-eyed at times, admired your bravery at others....i suspect i will always enjoy your work. |
| 5th April 2007 Leslie | more sex please! - From: five months of Summer Thanks for your wonderful impressions and pictures. However, the blogs I enjoy most include sex! I'm sometimes told I have a one-track mind. Of course, that's not true!!! ;-) |
| 3rd April 2007 Scott | You are OLD!! - From: five months of Summer did they have cell phones yet back in 2004????lol love the blogs, keep em coming |
| 27th March 2007 anonymous | - From: The early days in Japan Hi there, Kevin. I enjoyed reading this as it brought back lots of memories of being in Japan, JET and all the cool people we met there. I must say that I love your drawings as much as your photos - wonderful stuff. Hope you are keeping well. ~Martin |
| 26th March 2007 df | so nice - From: Golden Week wow. thank you for sharing this. I love what you've done and what you're doing. David |
| 16th March 2007 anonymous | - From: My first unxmas Xmas Oh Kevin, I so knew that you would fancy Kim haha hes cute!! |
| 15th March 2007 Martin | Fantastic. - From: trekking in Shan State I love the way you write. It has so many layers, like a painting that is gradually built up. It is also very readable. I think you could make a fine career as a travel writer. |
| 15th March 2007 Martin | Hi Kevin! - From: My first unxmas Xmas Great post. Your pictures as always are stunning. When are you going to do a look back on Japan? It will probably be difficult to sift through all your material and thoughts you have on that. Looking forward to reading more about your travels, wherever they might be. All the best. |
| 14th March 2007 Leslie | Come & Squeeze My Juicy Melons - From: My first unxmas Xmas As always, wonderful story and pictures. The photo "melons, Can Tho" is particularly stunning and reminds me of my painting, "Come & Squeeze My Juicy Melons" though it also has a nude in it. Not to mention firm fat zucchinis and cherries which are rarely come across! Oh, and some pretty fishy stuff. Love, Leslie xxx |
| 12th March 2007 Leslie | yum - From: Winter in Hiroshima Fabulous Xmas lights. Love from "Anty". |
