Sorry about the delay in blogs. Been keeping busy with school lately and dealing with the credit card issues, but that should all be over soon.
I've been catching up with a few people personally, so for ease I stole some of this from those e-mails... Sorry for the repeats Trev!
I spent the last two days out playing in the ocean- I'm starting to get the hang of surfing, I can just barely stand up, and can certainly ride a wave in kneeling- so I am really excited about that!
Oh man I love to surf. I'm definitely learning, but I've had to start with a short board rather than a long board (which is much easier). By the time I finally take a break after catching waves for 4 hours, I walk on the shore panting out of breath, and drop like I'm dead. All I can think about though is catching another wave. And let me tell you, I sure got my share of salt the past couple of days, I can still taste it! I probably won't have many pictures to share since a beach has death writtin all over it for my camera.
I've been playing cards a lot lately- Tons of rummy, some Texas Hold-em, Hearts, etc. I've also taught a lot of card games too including Egyptian Rat Screw, and spoons. You wouldn't believe how much these guys ABSOLUTELY LOVE TO PLAY SPOONS! Wow! And surprisingly no one else had ever played?
I've also been learning to play cricket with the Pakistanis. It's a lot like baseball, but so far I couldn't really tell you the differences because everything is spoken in another language. It's very possible that they are just making it all up...
I love how easy it is to meet people from all over the world- Zambia, Pakistan, Canada, Philippines, Germany, Malasia, Figi, Jamaca, I could go on for awhile! I can't believe how much I am learning about the world! Speaking of which have you ever heard of a movie called Zeitgeist? Though it talks a lot about the philosophy behind religion and control in part one, it has so much to do with the power and influence of the American people. It's really an eye-opener! The one I watched was german made, but was spoken in english. It's probably only available online.
I can't wait to go to the SOUTH ISLAND! I plan on going in Nov. When school is out. Otherwise I might not come back and finish. I've had to add some great toys to my camping collection including a sweet stove I got on sale that folds up to the size of a pocket knife! I'd really like to get my hands on a traveling hammock.
You know there are three things that I REALLY MISS! My tripod, the grocery stores back home, and MY CAR! I'm buying a new tripod online, and coping with groceries, but this car thing I have to figure out. I might buy one with a friend who'll be staying longer than me. We will see.
My next mission is puttin' on a party. I once thought I might be alone for my 21st, so instead I'm decided to have an enormous party! Actually it's a double birthday, and we've already got a DJ lined up! I'm just settling the details about where we are going to have it, and getting ready to print out flyers! Wish me Luck!
Cheers
So I've borrowed some images from google... so you could have a look.
The town that slightly shows to the right is Castle Point, the the further of the two bays you see in the back ground is where I go surfing- it all sand and is perfect for anyone from beginners to semi-experts.
Here is the cove from the ridge that leads to castle rock. You can see a good sized wave in this photo, but they can actually break around 35 ft high between the two furthest rocks. A little much for my level of expertice, but closer to the left I can catch waves closer to 4ft.
Did I mention the fish they catch there are GIGANTIC! There are charter boats that come and go all day long, and they are consistently catching some monsters.
Hehe, oh and actaually while I was surfing I somehow managed to step on one. It Freaked me out!
I've been playing cards a lot lately- Tons of rummy, some Texas Hold-em, Hearts, etc. I've also taught a lot of card games too including Egyptian Rat Screw, and spoons. You wouldn't believe how much these guys ABSOLUTELY LOVE TO PLAY SPOONS! Wow! And surprisingly no one else had ever played?
I've also been learning to play cricket with the Pakistanis. It's a lot like baseball, but so far I couldn't really tell you the differences because everything is spoken in another language. It's very possible that they are just making it all up...
I love how easy it is to meet people from all over the world- Zambia, Pakistan, Canada, Philippines, Germany, Malasia, Figi, Jamaca, I could go on for awhile! I can't believe how much I am learning about the world! Speaking of which have you ever heard of a movie called Zeitgeist? Though it talks a lot about the philosophy behind religion and control in part one, it has so much to do with the power and influence of the American people. It's really an eye-opener! The one I watched was german made, but was spoken in english. It's probably only available online.
I am in absolute heaven here! And you know the area I live is a whole community of international travelers, most of which will be going in June when new students will come move in. It's overwhelming, and Exciting! I really hope I can stay and finish school here, it's a much better learning enviornment : ) ... and the classes are alright too.
I can't wait to go to the SOUTH ISLAND! I plan on going in Nov. When school is out. Otherwise I might not come back and finish. I've had to add some great toys to my camping collection including a sweet stove I got on sale that folds up to the size of a pocket knife! I'd really like to get my hands on a traveling hammock.
You know there are three things that I REALLY MISS! My tripod, the grocery stores back home, and MY CAR! I'm buying a new tripod online, and coping with groceries, but this car thing I have to figure out. I might buy one with a friend who'll be staying longer than me. We will see.
My next mission is puttin' on a party. I once thought I might be alone for my 21st, so instead I'm decided to have an enormous party! Actually it's a double birthday, and we've already got a DJ lined up! I'm just settling the details about where we are going to have it, and getting ready to print out flyers! Wish me Luck!
Cheers
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