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Name: Henri Wettstein City, Country: London, Ontario, Canada Sent: 6.01 PM - 4/27 2002 Hello Ramon, What you are doing is absolutely brilliant....I left Switzerland over 30 years ago to travel the world and ended up in Canada. As you stated somewhere on your Website...travelling is the best education anyone could get..I agree. Is Canada in your plans anytime soon? If so when? I would love to have you stay at my house... and hear about your adventures in person. Name: MARILYN City, Country: NOOSA; AUSTRALIA Sent: 2.13 PM - 4/27 2002 Hi RAMON, What a busy t ime you are having,do hope you will get invites from the beautiful KIMBERLEY REGION OF AUSTRALIA, perhapes someone up Darwin way could arrange it, come on Darwin see what you can do. Name: Julie City, Country: Sydney, Australia Sent: 4.53 PM - 4/26 2002 What a fantastic experience you must be having, and what an original idea! I hope your travels are filled with fun, friendship and laughter. Onya maaaaaate :) Name: carlos City, Country: brisbane, australia Sent: 3.43 PM - 4/26 2002 You are a legend Ramon. Hope you travel for a long time. Name: Peter Devereaux City, Country: Hervey Bay, Australia Sent: 11.48 AM - 4/26 2002 If you are a first time visitor to Ramon's site, let me help you... He has just this evening left for Bundaberg on his way north to Cairns. He is a faaaabulous house guest, a wonderful racenteur (storyteller), great company, clean, loves dogs, and very easy to entertain and keep amused.... I would recommend you to invite him to stay over at your place... He is welcome to stay here again if he comes back this way and I look forward to reading his daily reports for a few years yet... Good bye and thanks Ramon... Peter Name: Linda en Elsje City, Country: Nijmegen, Holland Sent: 9.07 AM - 4/26 2002 We just want to tell you that we thinks it´s fantastic how your project developed and we are a bit jealous, sitting at our office desk, knowing you are travelling the world, the things you see, the people you meet... enjoy and very best wishes !! Name: Sharlini City, Country: K.T, Malaysia Sent: 8.48 AM - 4/26 2002 Hi Ramon! Have you heard kookaburras since you've been in Australia? Hmmm, reminds me of that song we used to sing in school: "Kookaburra sits on the old gum tree, Merry, merry king of the Bush is he, Laugh, kookaburra laugh, Kookaburra, gay you life must be!" =)
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Hi Ramon, I didn't visit your site for a while and heard that you where in Australia and I would just like to say have a great time there and al the best. greetings from the niece of your old neighbour tante adri Name: Simon Troy City, Country: Adelaide, South Australia Sent: 11.46 AM - 4/25 2002 Hey Ramon! We saw you on TV the other night with the croc hunter. I was wondering why didn't you get in there for a wrestle? Also, how long before you get to South Australia? We have sent an invite to you, and we hope you can visit us. Enjoy your time in Qld! S.T.W. Name: Brian City, Country: Durban, South Africa Sent: 6.00 AM - 4/24 2002 Hi Ramon
Yep, they're all quite right, that croc day was incredible! The man's a legend. (You have competition!) Thanks mate! Name: Cynta City, Country: Adelaide - Australia Sent: 4.15 AM - 4/24 2002 Hi Ramon, I just recently heard of you on the Aussie news...it's quite unique what you are doing, I was just wondering where you get the money for the airfares?
Hey Ramon! I just heard the best thing ever! Is it true that you ask voluntary fees from the media who interviews you and you forward the money to a school in South Africa??? If so. Man! "Crikey!" RAMON: Martina, you got that one right. It doesn't always work, but some media do. Like the German magazine STERN, they offered a 200 EURO fee for an interview and that money goes straight to the elementary school in Mpande, South Africa (see the reports about Mpande). It's just a little thing I can do and I know the money will be well spend. Name: Bret City, Country: CA,USA Sent: 11.00 PM - 4/23 2002 Ramon, that Steve Irwin report was awesome! Steve is great! I've heard him on morning radio here, and he is exactly the same as on tv. I hope his success runs long, because it couldn't happen to a better person. As for your success Ramon, we don't want you to shoot up too quickly. Being a celebrity opens allot of doors, but it tends to mess with ones personality. Just remember who your dear friends are and always stay in touch. Of course this sounds ridiculous, until that celebrity train starts gaining momentum. Stay the course Ramon, and things will fall into place. Donatella, glad to hear you safe. Always good to hear from you, as it's always good to hear from the "Board of Supporters" :-) [] (thanks Joan for that one) Take care all Sala kahle Bret
City, Country: Perth, Australia Sent: 6.17 PM - 4/23 2002 I got lost in thought it was unfamiliar territory, lucky for me I found your site. Because I am back on track --- brilliant concept congratulations on your innovative, inspiring, ingenuity. Name: Paul Perkins City, Country: Perth, Australia Sent: 6.17 PM - 4/23 2002 I got lost in thought it was unfamiliar territory, lucky for me I found your site. Because I am back on track --- brilliant concept congratulations on your innovative, inspiring, ingenuity. Name: Emma Williamson City, Country: Geraldton, Australia Sent: 2.27 PM - 4/23 2002 only just recently have i heard about your travels, and i think its just amazing. all i have ever wanted to do its travel, and im sure just like yours did my time will come. as i'm only 16 travelling isnt exactally easy to do. some day i dream of reaching the far corners of the earth, especailly morroco. I'm simply at a lost for words as to what to say, other that i think what your doing is amazing and some day i hope to follow in your footsteps Name: donatella City, Country: milan, italy Sent: 12.28 PM - 4/23 2002 hello brian, I'm safe and sound! you're right.. lately the ladies we've all been "absconding". of course, I kept on visiting this site almost everyday and reading the messageboard, but I didn't write a line just because..I hadn't anything to write about.. :) what happened here (in milan) last thursday was really dreadful, of course because the first thought came to new york-sept 11th. but this hasn't anything to do with that, it's "only" an accident (not clear yet whether malicious - that's what I personally think - or not). the PIRELLI building is near the main train station, and I live more than 2 km far from there. here, we've only heard a big noise, as if it were a thud (you don't think to a bomb on first thought) or something like that. but they soon realised that the plane was relly little and the pilot wasn't a terrorist at all.. and, in a certain way, this is a solace. last saturday I went there for the first time to see the "disaster".. you stay there without saying a word because it's strange to think how the place has changed in less than 2 minutes.. fortunately, the offices weren't crowded ("only" 2 victims) and the damage ain't so wide. as it's said, let's try and have positive thoughts! thanks for the message! ciao, donatella Name: Mark City, Country: St Clair, Australia Sent: 12.03 PM - 4/23 2002 Love the idea!! I should do this one day. Let me say, I will be back! Ver' interesting life you have, so 1 day I might have to come and see u in person!!! Name: Jonathan Tu City, Country: Melbourne, Australia Sent: 10.11 AM - 4/23 2002 I saw you on A current Affair this evening in the interview with the croc hunter !~! Name: Sylvia City, Country: Scotland Sent: 9.02 AM - 4/23 2002 Hi Brian
I am still here! I am looking forward to reading Ramon's report with Steve Irwin as I think he is an amazing character. I have to go to work now, so will look in later. Cheers everyone xx Name: Brian City, Country: Durban, South Africa Sent: 6.03 AM - 4/23 2002 Hi all
Airline food? Some people collect stamps, coins, medals, glasses, shells, and lots of other interesting things. But pictures of airline food? Joan, I take it you've seen this website. Does the food look appealing, or plastic, like all other airline food? This chap must have a lot of money to go flying about all over to take photos of airline food. I'm really curious, what is interesting there? Oh well, different strokes, I s'pose. We should respect each other. All the best to this chap. It's nice to see Joan and Sylvia back regularly again, you ladies have been quiet recently. Hey, does anyone know what happened to Donatella? Last I heard, there was a plane that crashed into a tall building in Milan, and I hope that Donatella was not in there. Cheers all, for now. Ramon, keep smiling, dude! Sala kahle Brian
Dear Ramon , Congratulations on your great trip and may it have the rewards you desire. AXES to the Sunshine Coast Daily , The word Freeloader means arriving and staying without an invitation. Quiet different from what you are doing. They have a poor knowledge,of what you are doing. Having hosted students without financial gain from all over the world,the reward is in the opportunity of being able the share a meal your home , town and country and to see the appreciation on the receivers face. Ramon you have many more fun times ahead, travel in safety and never forget the word" thankyou". Name: James H Pemberton City, Country: Belton, Texas USA Sent: 10.49 PM - 4/22 2002 Ramon. You are welcome to visit me at my home in central Texas,for a day or longer if you like. I am retired, have transportation, live alone on a small acreage about 40 miles south east of Crawford (Texas White House). Name: Sylvia City, Country: Scotland Sent: 9.06 PM - 4/21 2002 Hi Ramon
I can see that you are still having a great time down in Oz. I am looking forward to reading your report with Steve Irwin, who I think is absolutely brilliant. I have watched him many times on TV handling huge crocs which he usually sits on and also poisonous snakes. The guy is so fearless and entertaining. I recently bought a new Mk 2 Renault Cliosport 172 and I was wondering if they have them down in Oz! Has anyone who reads this website got one? Bye for now Love Sylvia & Family xxx Name: Patrick City, Country: Roma, Italy Sent: 8.55 AM - 4/21 2002 Hallo Ramon, I must say pretty inventive of you there. I have been travelling myself aswell now the last 2 1/2 years. I am also from the Netherlands. But am doing it, the hard way as they say, working and saving to go further. I do not know how long I will be here, but at least untill the end of July before moving on. I saw the list of invitations that you got, so if I was you...well Italy is nice but some of the invitations I would rather go to. But anyway, here is my invitation for the eternal city... Good luck and keep up the good work. Ciao Patrick Name: Christina City, Country: Federal Way, USA Sent: 6.57 PM - 4/20 2002 Hey Ramon! I just read about your project and I think it's pretty gutsy. But keep on going, I wish I had the courage to do what you're doing. And by the way, how did you get the name Ramon? It sounds more Latin or Spanish than German. Okay that's all for now. Take care and be safe! Name: Margaret City, Country: Minneapolis area, USA Sent: 5.56 PM - 4/20 2002 Ramon, visiting your website is my new favorite thing to do first when I sit down to do anything at the computer. Your descriptions are fantastic! You give us a window into many wonderful (or at least interesting) places and people and ways of living. Your slightly wry sense of humor gives it a personal touch. I wanted you to know that I enjoy the photos, and sometimes copy my favorite ones (usually landscapes) onto my computer to use as screensavers, etc.! I can't wait til you get to the USA. I feel sure you'll be invited to talk on the late night talk shows, etc. If you get to Minnesota, maybe our governor (Jesse Ventura) will invite you on his radio talk show. Anyway, keep living the good life. I agree with many others that you are NOT a freeloader; you are giving back plenty through your unique way of making a living: sharing and reporting in a most creative way. I love your maps, website links, and much more. You don't say if you're a Christian or not, but so much of what you're doing sounds a lot like the way Jesus encouraged many to live: simply, humbly, unencumbered, gratefully. Waiting for your arrival in Minnesota whenever you get here!
Formerly from Holland myself, I think this is the best way to see the world. Save travelling, and hope to catch you, when you're down here. Saw an article about you and your website in the Herald Sun .Good luck!! Name: Phaedra City, Country: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Sent: 5.15 PM - 4/19 2002 Found out about you when I read a posting in the elevator at work! Funny how that works! What you are doing just confirms my suspicions that most of the people in the world are decent and honest. Best of luck in your travels and see you when you make it to Canada! Name: elma van leeuwen City, Country: the netherlands Sent: 3.39 PM - 4/18 2002 Hi Ramon, This is so cool what you are doing.
I almost get home sick. well it is not my home bit it feels like it. Keep on going and good luck Name: John City, Country: Australia Sent: 12.21 PM - 4/18 2002 that is one smart man let me tell u i just read thru the whole site and he's brilliant especially for his ages what a concept Name: juraine City, Country: Laem Chabang, Chonburi, Thailand Sent: 7.23 AM - 4/18 2002 Hi! read about your adventure on the TRAVEL section of the local English daily. what a neat idea! hope you have a safe journey. tried to submit my invitation but something wrong with the link. anyway, if you're ever in Thailand, you're invited to some seafood here and a place for the night. i'm just about 2 hours from the capital, Bangkok, and half an hour from the famous Thai beach resort, Pattaya. CHEERS!!! Name: Joan City, Country: USA Sent: 6.27 AM - 4/18 2002 Welcome back Brian. I have a neat word document of "emoticons" if I could figure out a way to add here.
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Name: Brian City, Country: Durban, South Africa Sent: 6.13 AM - 4/18 2002 Jeez! I go away for one day training, and when I get back, there is this plethora of information about sand mining on an Ozzie island! Thanks Joan, I'll check out those sites a little later. And, we have an "emoticon" for a hug, ---> "[]". Cool, I've never seen that one before. Munk, I thought your one-liner was brilliant! Really funny, I can understand why you and Ramon get along so well. Ramon, keep up the great journalism. There are lots more treasures out there, just longing to get into your reports. Sala kahle to each of you. Brian
City, Country: Narita, Japan Sent: 3.26 AM - 4/18 2002 Ramon,
Name: Joan City, Country: USA Sent: 2.59 AM - 4/18 2002 Hey Bret, thanks for the virtual hug, always appreciated. :-) Here's one back at ya []! Joan
Joan, give yourself a hug for me. Brian asks a question, and you respond with a wealth of info. Thanks for the informative links. Now I know this doesn't satisfy Brians inquisitive mind on how the sand is shipped put on Hawaiian beaches, but given some time we'll find out through this board. By the way. To all those who are new to this message board, I consider Joan high ranking in the "Board of Supporters" at this site. Hugs again to you Joan. Sala kahle Bret
City, Country: Grahamstown, South Africa Sent: 9.59 PM - 4/17 2002 Good one Munk :-) Name: Vanessa City, Country: Oxford, UK Sent: 9.32 PM - 4/17 2002 Met Etienne the other day and was totally blown away when he said he was your brother! Why build data warehouses when you can be travelling the world! Have been addicted to this site from the start. Hope you continue to have a good time! Lots of love Vanessa Name: Ann City, Country: Sacramento, California, USA Sent: 6.20 PM - 4/17 2002 Wow, I thought I had an adventurous youth by working on cruise ships. However, there are many places I've never seen, including Europe and Australia. If only I'd thought of this back then! Good for you for doing something like this when you are young. You'll remember it for a lifetime. I'm glad you are getting the press too. If you make it to my town, I'd be glad to put you up. You can learn about dull, suburban California life. :-) Name: mark johnston City, Country: Dublin Ireland Sent: 4.41 PM - 4/17 2002 what a great idea and fair play to you for having the balls to pull it off! wishing you safe journey on your travells and hit me back and let me know who puts out the cat in the white house!!! slan leat..........Mark. Name: Alli City, Country: Devonport,Tasmania, Australia Sent: 1.34 PM - 4/17 2002 My sister told me about a really cool guy who was travelling around the world by thumb, & I should check out his web site. I think what you are doing is very inspiring, I'm sorry I can't offer you a place to stay, do hope you manage to get to tassie, It's one of the most beautiful places in the whole world. I think so anyway, Good Luck and safe travels. Name: Munk Sent: 9.22 AM - 4/17 2002 No, you don't. It's full of silly comments by persons like me. Name: Maria Perkins City, Country: Japan Sent: 3.56 AM - 4/17 2002 I want to read the message board. Name: Joan City, Country: USA Sent: 3.06 AM - 4/17 2002 Brian and all, You got me wondering about this "sand mining", so I found some web sites for our continuing education as we travel the world with Ramon:
Very interesting stuff. Thanks again Ramon, and all your hosts and hostesses, for allowing us to share in your travels. Best regards,
You told Karran, from Victoria BC, to wait on her career and travel now. I wholeheartedly agree!!! I am 37 years old, married, college educated, have three children, own a business, etc., and even though I AM happy with my life at this point, doing something like you are doing would be wonderful, but is simply not an option for me now. Life's responsibilities cannot be ignored, but if you can just put them off for a short time and create a wonderful experience for yourself while you still have the freedom to do so, THEN DO IT!! You (and Karran) are both still young...what will it hurt to spend some time seeing the world now? I think it will serve to enrich all areas of your life in the future. I think what you are doing is inspiring. Someday, I hope my husband and I can go around the way you are right now. Best of luck to you, and stay safe! Name: Nina City, Country: Cairo, Egypt Sent: 6.57 PM - 4/16 2002 Why try to put me off with all the rules and patronising language? Some of us usually wanna say something nice..anyways i thinks its great that u get to travel around the world on the invitaion of others, but if my sister handnt read off a lettle column on u from B! [brit. magazine] i would never heard about u or ur website, maybe ur could advertise more, since u know so much on computers and stuff. enjoy ur life. Name: Coralie spencer City, Country: England Sent: 5.47 PM - 4/16 2002 Hi Ramon
loads of hugs Coralie Name: Brian City, Country: Durban, South Africa Sent: 6.51 AM - 4/16 2002 Hi Ramon
I'm back again, having just read your report about the sand from the island's mines. That story seems to be too far fetched to be true. It seems so strange, so absurd, almost impossible. What minerals do they mine there? There are many tones of sand on just one beach, and I'm sure Hawaii has many beaches, each requiring their tons of sand. And they fight a losing battle, as the sea continuously washes away the sand. It must be a strange sight indeed; ships offloading sand into a truck, which then drives to the beach and just dumps it there. Or do the ships offload directly from the sea with long pipes? Hey man, this is facinating stuff. I'm very curious to know more about this. I don't suppose they tell you this in the travel brochures for Hawaii. Bret, you have an enquiring mind, what do you think? Ramon, please ask a bit more about this, I'm sure that others are also keen to know more. Hamba kahle Brian Yüklə 1,59 Mb. Dostları ilə paylaş:
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