zetan
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Post by zetan on Feb 2, 2009 22:43:01 GMT
John, what can I say, other than that you are and always will be an inspirational adventurer. You write extremely well and your story so far has captivated me. I'm so sorry that I was not able to see you before you left, but I'm sure I will eventually. Just as Kingo said, you've got the balls... don't worry about it, but when you can, please get them checked out. It's good to see you in writing.
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Post by fogs on Feb 4, 2009 12:42:01 GMT
Update 2
4/1/09
V3
The conspiracy continues, as together we breathe new life into the hillside vista that is Kalinga.
The week since arriving in Gokarna has been one of settling in and re-acquainting with kindred spirits and old friends. Vinod, Masseur Gee the master of Crazy logic Olof and Rosy Wildman sages of the now, Brenda and Kevin my India parents, Carlos the Medicine man, The bicycle man and Herman the Austrian along with many other new and old characters who enjoy the many delights of what has become my second home, in Gokarna, on Car street, Vinaya Restaurant. Where, TC and I, have the luxury of a tab that we dutifully fill in after every meal. Vinaya Restaurant is a place where i feed on favourite Indian dishes, metaphysics, philosophy, current affairs, idle chit chat, gossip, banter and the joys of the great company that is drawn to the shanti atmosphere created by vinod and his attentive staff - Adi, Tulsi, Kempi and Janak.
TC has found a special place somewhere on the rocks between Gokarna main beach and Cudle beach where he goes to sun his buns wearing nothing but what he was born in. Basking in the blazing light of Soorya. Beside the ebb and flow of the, rock slapping, Arabian Ocean.
Our settling in period has been a double edged sword of contention with its edges sharpened by locality and personality. As we, initially, struggle to understand each others methods of dealing with, adversity and the task at hand. There have been many trials and tribulations to overcome that were sealed with a customary clink of glass in the local backstreet hooch bar, one of 2 in Gokarna where locals and a few tourists surreptitiously satisfy their need to sup on a favourite beverage of intoxication.
The temperature in Gokarna has been rising, not only environmentally, but also emotionally. During the hot days and humid nights in which we pass the time until once again the project is driven towards completion.
Contradictions and misunderstandings have been brewing in Shiva's magical mixing bowl which contains the ability to confront individuals with deep rooted personal issues through dreams and waking insights, which if met willingly and dealt with consciously will leave the individual purged and better for the experience.
In this vain TC and i had our first stand-up eyeball to eyeball contra taunt of accusation of whom, how, what and why - No personal insults were fired in a high volume early morning purging of discontent. We parted to deal with the rubble of our building project in our own minds and ways.
We next came together later that same evening with words of consolidation and a man hug to seal the passage of the bonding bridge between not knowing each other to full on interaction in thought and deed that we had crossed. In our joint endeavour to complete the construction of the Worlds first Jajo Dome.
24 hours have now passed since our metaphoric bridge crossing. We have consolidated with a better understanding of each others characters, in this we have realized that completion of thee project is of prime importance and far more important than the who's how's and why's of the materialistic egoic psyche of western minds.
Al ready in this first week I have learned much about myself in dealing with difficult situations and allowing others to excel in their own element without feeling overwhelmed or overlooked, utilizing the knowledge, skills and abilities, of others, without insecurity in regard to personal standing. Against the pull of deep rooted childhood programming.
I am learning much directly and indirectly from the time and experiences I am sharing with TC. If there is a God and he is smiling? Then he is smiling on me, and TC is that smile.
Today, i believe we will successfully complete the project. I have seen that TC is man enough to stand face to face through a provocative situation making his thoughts and opinions apparent without causing insult or injury. To turn his back and walk away after all has been said and done with dignity and pride intact. And then after a period of contemplation to accept the offer of an embrace with positivity, then talk of the best way forward in achieving our goal.
RESPECT TO THE MAN!
As a true man not a man of anger, bitterness or vengeance, or any other negative aspects, but of positivity, understanding and deliberance. Qualities deserving of admiration and respect in a human being.
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Together we have now formulated a preliminary plan of action. The concept of the Worlds first Jajo Dome is in place. A team of workers is being organised to begin construction. Access to specific materials and tools is being sought.
The vehicle that will take us to completion of the Worlds first Jajo dome is fuelled and ready to rumble.
Until next timeā¦.
Jonathan.
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Post by fogs on Jun 19, 2009 13:45:27 GMT
Im at Bir-Billing a world renouned paragliding site in Himachal Pradesh, northern India. Yesterday i had a tandem paraglider ride from top of a 3000m mountain. Absolutely breathtaking 25 minutes. Today i fulfilled a dream and did my 1st 5 solo flights from much lower in a valley, about 200m, it has been an amazing few days!
Look forward to seeing you all soon.
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