Thank you for posting this tribute to your dad... Mine passed away in my arms in 1988 at the age of 66. He was the person who inspired my travel. When I'm ready, I would like to do the same. I posted a blog about my Mom who died at age 94...a full life...easier to write about.
Very Inspiring This blog is very inspiring -- a good son writing a tribute to his Father whom he loved! I think having good parents is a true blessing, especially those parents who pass on an appreciation of the natural world and caring for others.
Very Inspiring Thank you for your appreciation! This came from my inside and I felt writing this as I will not be able to pay my debt to him in my life time, I can mere acknowledge it. This is my acknowledgement.
I am sorry, by mistake I deleted the blog earlier today and re-posted it. There were other comments earlier .
Thanks for your comments.
Car Rental in India Wonderful post. This blog has an amazing information about the destination places beautiful visiting spots and captures very impressive photos.
Peru I hope you heal soon. My plans for Peru are coming along nicely. I'll be there in a couple of months now ? Planning my time in Lima, Paracas/Nazca and Iquitos, before heading north to Ecuador and the Galapagos. How exciting publishing a book on your Peru travels! All the best with this.
Africa Your love for Africa and the Masai really come across clearly here. I love your descriptions of your father telling you stories during a rainstorm in Assam. It is clear that the Masai people and way of life are special to you. I hope your leg is now fully on the mend.
Africa Indeed, my father's many of the attributes have clearly reflected in what do in my life today. Africa is one of them. Hope to set my foot there again once I heal. How is your planning coming along for Peru? My new book on my Peru travel is with the publisher now...should be out in a few months.
The Masai When we were in Kenya and Tanzania some years ago there was debate as to whether the Masai would be restricted by governments from continuing their nomadic lifestyle as it impinged upon the pastures claimed by other tribes. But the Masai were fiercely independent and insisted on maintaining their tradition of freedom of movement against all pressures to change. It is great you could see them as they wish to be seen...'cos who knows how long they will be allowed to continue so. Enjoyed your video series Tab and hope it helped your healing physically and spiritually following your unfortunate injury that had you carried out of there.
The Masai Dave, I was not aware about the government initiative about restricting the Masai from their nomadic lifestyle. You know, having seen the history of the indigenous people in Canada and I am sure you have seen the same in Australia, I believe the Masai people should be allowed to continue with their life style. That said, who knows how long they would be allowed to do that? I echo your sentiment, Dave. As for my leg is concerned, it is not fully healed yet; I tried to climb the hills recently thinking I am fine to do so, and I realized I have to listen to my body. I am itching to hit the road again, but I guess I have to wait a bit more longer...oh, crap..what can I say? Dave, thank you for viewing and enjoying the video series! Means a lot to me.
Unceremonious exit You are continuing the tradition of being a great story teller. Your father has influenced you well. You've shared a people and place you love and the bravery of the people and animals. We very much want to go to this neck of the world and experience some of the things you have described. Each country is different!
Unceremonious exit Wow! Great story teller! Thank you for the accolade MJ. When it comes from you, it makes my day. I know my storytelling perhaps attract only a certain section of the readers, but I am content if I could share this with like minded people. Yes, by all means, please travel those places. And I will wait to hear those tales from you MJ. Oh yes, my new book would be published in a few months time...it's in publisher's house for edit at the moment...What book? Well, I will keep it as a surprise!
Its been great following you on your African journey, Tab and I will miss watching your excellent video blogs as they brought back so many happy memories too.. I am sure though that it will not be long before you are back in the continent of your dreams. 'The more one sees of Africa the more one want to see' ... ... .... so until then best regards Sheila PS - I hope the leg is on the mend .. .. ..
Your comment! Good Morning from snowy Calgary Sheila! Yes, we had a snow storm last night. Thank you for your comment. My readers/viewers like you keep me motivated. I know I have less takers of the video blogs, however I keep my passion alive for friends like you. Yes, I hope to be back in the continent as soon as I am healed. I also browsed your blogs on India and started reading them. They are a wealth of information. You should consider compile them and publish them in a paperback or hard copy book. I do the same.
Sleeping in the jungle You've found your element. Sleeping with the sounds of silence, a hooting owl or a roaming hyena is perfect. That water buffalo was keeping an eye on you and you captured some stunning birds.
Sleeping in the jungle Dear MJ, sometimes I think perhaps the wilderness is my natural habitat, this make-believe civilization is not for me, - I really don't fit in here. Then when I interact with friends like you, that makes me want to live another day with people like you. I sometimes think about the duality of my imagination. You trigger my inner thoughts so intensely, no wonder you are a friend to everyone in TB...thanks for viewing!
Thanks, Jennifer Hi Jennifer,
Thank you so much for viewing the post. Video blog actually is my new experimentation to attract the imagination of people more effectively; friends like you motivate me to excel in my effort. Thank you again!
Tab
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Thank you for viewing my post. I am actually touched by your comment, - great accolade. I have one more episode to go, hope you would be able to watch it when I post.
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My father grew up amid the green hills of Assam in India. When I was a little boy, I went with him to see the vastness of nature, holding his hand. He is the one who instilled the love for nature in me; everything I love in nature today, I owe to him.
I have lived in Canada for many years now, but my love for nature and the outdoors is everlasting. Travelling and photography are my passions. Although I visit tourist areas, I rarely spend time there unless there are historic interests. I often travel off the beaten paths of jungles, mountains and rural areas. While travelling to such places... full info
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Thank you for posting this tribute to your dad...
Mine passed away in my arms in 1988 at the age of 66. He was the person who inspired my travel. When I'm ready, I would like to do the same. I posted a blog about my Mom who died at age 94...a full life...easier to write about.