Big KISS to all the people who remember my birthday!
Merci a tous ceux qui ont pensé a mon anniversaire!
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Happy Birthday dear ME!!!!
Big KISS to all the people who remember my birthday!
Merci a tous ceux qui ont pensé a mon anniversaire!
I believe that we all have a purpose here on earth. The goal that mankind is to achieve in this life is a simple one - learn to love one another and help your fellow man. Simple, right? Not so. There are so many toxic personality types out there today. At times, it feels as if the earth is littered with rotten apples.
When meeting others, you have to ask, "Does this person have values? Do they experience emotion? Do they have morals? Do they posses the ability to think of others besides themselves? Are they a giver or a taker? Are they of their word? What are thier insecurities and how do they deal with them? How do they express themselves? Are they constantly trying to prove something to themselves and others? How far will they go to do that? Do they enjoy taking risks? Do they find being secretive exhiliarating? What form of love are they capable of? Do they treat others as they themselves would like to be treated? Are they capable of apologies? What have their past actions been towards others? How have they loved themselves? How have they hurt others? Do they have a conscience? Do they experience guilt? Are they a comfortable liar? Do they love themselves or punish themselves without knowledge? Have they ever been a victim of someone else's crime? Have they ever been hurt? Will they hurt ME?"
When determining someone's soul value as a human being ask yourself, "Are they an evolved soul that has grasped this primal understanding of love - or are they an unevolved, immature selfish soul?"
Then ask yourself, "What kind of soul do I posses?"
It brings to mind a song titled "If Everyone Cared." Have a listen. There's a message in here for us all.
When meeting others, you have to ask, "Does this person have values? Do they experience emotion? Do they have morals? Do they posses the ability to think of others besides themselves? Are they a giver or a taker? Are they of their word? What are thier insecurities and how do they deal with them? How do they express themselves? Are they constantly trying to prove something to themselves and others? How far will they go to do that? Do they enjoy taking risks? Do they find being secretive exhiliarating? What form of love are they capable of? Do they treat others as they themselves would like to be treated? Are they capable of apologies? What have their past actions been towards others? How have they loved themselves? How have they hurt others? Do they have a conscience? Do they experience guilt? Are they a comfortable liar? Do they love themselves or punish themselves without knowledge? Have they ever been a victim of someone else's crime? Have they ever been hurt? Will they hurt ME?"
When determining someone's soul value as a human being ask yourself, "Are they an evolved soul that has grasped this primal understanding of love - or are they an unevolved, immature selfish soul?"
Then ask yourself, "What kind of soul do I posses?"
It brings to mind a song titled "If Everyone Cared." Have a listen. There's a message in here for us all.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
A few pics from tuesday night's hair/fashion show, 10 years comemoration of Bossy Hair at Uber's in the West end.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
My dream camera!
I have never wanted a camera as much as I want a Leica model.
The Leica is the best marriage of the old school film world and the new digital era that I can think of! Really to have the camera that was used by the early photography gods is cool enough! To have it digital is beyond awesome! If I was rich I would buy this in a heartbeat!
Leica MP
Leica M7
Leica M8
The Leica is the best marriage of the old school film world and the new digital era that I can think of! Really to have the camera that was used by the early photography gods is cool enough! To have it digital is beyond awesome! If I was rich I would buy this in a heartbeat!
Leica MP
Leica M7
Leica M8
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
These were pictures taken in September 2006 in Eastern Europe.
Prague the Czech Republic
Entrance to the old Town in Prague, Malá Strana district restaurants, The Jewish Quarter (Josefov), Astronomical Clock on the Old Town Hall, charles iv bridge
Krakow - Poland
Wieliczka Salt Mine, Poland
The salt mine at Wieliczka, near Kraków in southern Poland, is a World Heritage Site. This mine has been worked continuously since Medieval times. Miners have carved elaborate underground rooms and sculptures within the Miocene salt. Great cathedral, a large chamber carved entirely within salt, including floor,walls, ceiling, and decorations. Chandeliers are made with salt crystals.
Auschwitz and Birkenau, Poland
Budapest - Hungary
You havn't been to Budapest if you don't go to The Castle District. Also near here is the National gallery which is lovely. You'll find all the buildings beautifully preserved. Definately pay a visit to one of the baths, and give yourself most of a day here as you'll be so relaxed afterwards you won't want to do anything else.
Prague the Czech Republic
Entrance to the old Town in Prague, Malá Strana district restaurants, The Jewish Quarter (Josefov), Astronomical Clock on the Old Town Hall, charles iv bridge
Krakow - Poland
Wieliczka Salt Mine, Poland
The salt mine at Wieliczka, near Kraków in southern Poland, is a World Heritage Site. This mine has been worked continuously since Medieval times. Miners have carved elaborate underground rooms and sculptures within the Miocene salt. Great cathedral, a large chamber carved entirely within salt, including floor,walls, ceiling, and decorations. Chandeliers are made with salt crystals.
Auschwitz and Birkenau, Poland
Budapest - Hungary
You havn't been to Budapest if you don't go to The Castle District. Also near here is the National gallery which is lovely. You'll find all the buildings beautifully preserved. Definately pay a visit to one of the baths, and give yourself most of a day here as you'll be so relaxed afterwards you won't want to do anything else.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Monday, May 18, 2009
Beautiful Monteville
Located in the Sunshine Hinterland is the beautiful town of Monteville. Here you can take in the breathtaking scenery, dine in award winning restaurants, visit art galleries and beautiful vintage shops, the national parks and rainforest.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Valley Jazz festival 2009
I took this sneaky shots & videos, as at Powerhouse are still using old fashion rules about copyright, i had to go undercover and use some espionage methods.
So, i'm more then glad to share, Elixir's music and if any of you feel interested please go and buy their new album.
Elixir at Powerhouse pour l'ouverture du Festival de Jazz 2009
Monday, May 11, 2009
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Hugo's 5th Birthday
Le 5eme anniversaire de mon neveu Hugo
Goulache à la hongroise/Classic Hungarian goulash
Friday, May 8, 2009
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Ship Wrecks & Dolphin feeding - Moreton island
A walk along the white sand beach to the ship wrecks in the afternoon after shooting and in the evening the Tangalooma resort has a dolphin feeding program which runs each night and i waded into the water and fed a female dolphin who had a calf at her side, it was a real treat!!!!!
Une promenade au long de la plage de sable blanc pour voir les bateaux détruits et en soirée Tangalooma a un programme d'alimentation de dauphin, j'ai pataugé dans l'eau et alimenté un dauphin femelle avec le bebe dauphin de son côté, trop beau!!!!!!!!
Une promenade au long de la plage de sable blanc pour voir les bateaux détruits et en soirée Tangalooma a un programme d'alimentation de dauphin, j'ai pataugé dans l'eau et alimenté un dauphin femelle avec le bebe dauphin de son côté, trop beau!!!!!!!!
Mad Way South - The Adventure
Mad Way South is composed by a team of wind driven adventurers will attempt to cross the Sahara desert by kite buggy, to road test and demonstrate the effectiveness of survival and outdoor equipement, especially focusing on promoting eco-friendly, carbon neutral travel.
This will be the 1st trans-saharan crossing attempted by wind power alone, it will also be the longest litte buggy journey ever attempted, 2,500km crossing the borders of Morocco, Western Sahara, Mauritania, ending in Dakar, Senegal.
The root cause for doing Mad Way South is to raise awareness of the plight of some 30,000 children caught in the sex industry in Cambodia, funds are raised to assist "She Rescue Home - Cambodia" in their great work providing refuge to girls away from the Asian child trade.
Team is living on the 27th of July and return on the 7th of September.
Shooting and interviewing at the Gold Coast, Peter Scott's reporter for abc.com.au radio, interview with Mad Way South Team, will be on line later this week.
This will be the 1st trans-saharan crossing attempted by wind power alone, it will also be the longest litte buggy journey ever attempted, 2,500km crossing the borders of Morocco, Western Sahara, Mauritania, ending in Dakar, Senegal.
The root cause for doing Mad Way South is to raise awareness of the plight of some 30,000 children caught in the sex industry in Cambodia, funds are raised to assist "She Rescue Home - Cambodia" in their great work providing refuge to girls away from the Asian child trade.
Team is living on the 27th of July and return on the 7th of September.
Shooting and interviewing at the Gold Coast, Peter Scott's reporter for abc.com.au radio, interview with Mad Way South Team, will be on line later this week.
Mad Way South - The Team
Geoff Wilson - Team Leader, Buggy Pilot
African born Aussie - Veterinarian/Adventurer, who has just completed "Calypso's Odyssey" a documentary capturing the adventures of himself and family aboard Calypso JJ, a 54ft sailing yacht.
Garth Freeman - Navigation/Router. Buggy pilot.
Aussie born and bred, Garth is a professional kite instructor who flew is 1st kite at the age of 12. Garth will navigate through the desert and attempt to find the best winds possible for the team.
Lance (Marty) Martin - support crew member/ owner of Gnarly Sandboards
38 year old raised on the Sunshine Coast of Queensland Australia
has always had a passion for adventure with in the elements of mother nature, no matter if it is in the ocean, on mountains or in the desert. His inner compass has always led him from one adventure to another. The opportunity to be part of an expedition with the Mad Way Down crew is a dream come true, as crossing and sand boarding in the Sahara has been on his wish list for over a decade. Being able to do that with such a talented team of adventurers is just awesome.
and also:
Steve Gurney - Motivator/ Team Driver. Buggy Pilot.
Ex-Professional Adventure Racing athlete was at the top of his game for 16 years. He no longer competes, but is racing to seek "green" and sustainable adventure options such at this crossing of the sahara desert.
Craig Hansen - Design/Equipment. Co-Owner Peter Lynn Kites.
Passionate for kite traction and wind assisted travel.
Jason Markland - Producer/cameraman
Has been travelling the world over the last 25 years filming and directing TV programmes for th likes of National Geographic and Discovery Channel.
Guy Lancaster - Logistics/ Security/ Saharan guide
Will manage support team, security and logistics for Mad Way South.
African born Aussie - Veterinarian/Adventurer, who has just completed "Calypso's Odyssey" a documentary capturing the adventures of himself and family aboard Calypso JJ, a 54ft sailing yacht.
Garth Freeman - Navigation/Router. Buggy pilot.
Aussie born and bred, Garth is a professional kite instructor who flew is 1st kite at the age of 12. Garth will navigate through the desert and attempt to find the best winds possible for the team.
Lance (Marty) Martin - support crew member/ owner of Gnarly Sandboards
38 year old raised on the Sunshine Coast of Queensland Australia
has always had a passion for adventure with in the elements of mother nature, no matter if it is in the ocean, on mountains or in the desert. His inner compass has always led him from one adventure to another. The opportunity to be part of an expedition with the Mad Way Down crew is a dream come true, as crossing and sand boarding in the Sahara has been on his wish list for over a decade. Being able to do that with such a talented team of adventurers is just awesome.
and also:
Steve Gurney - Motivator/ Team Driver. Buggy Pilot.
Ex-Professional Adventure Racing athlete was at the top of his game for 16 years. He no longer competes, but is racing to seek "green" and sustainable adventure options such at this crossing of the sahara desert.
Craig Hansen - Design/Equipment. Co-Owner Peter Lynn Kites.
Passionate for kite traction and wind assisted travel.
Jason Markland - Producer/cameraman
Has been travelling the world over the last 25 years filming and directing TV programmes for th likes of National Geographic and Discovery Channel.
Guy Lancaster - Logistics/ Security/ Saharan guide
Will manage support team, security and logistics for Mad Way South.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Sandboarding - Moreton Island desert
Lance (Marty) Martin, Owner and shaper Gnarly Sandboards
We have chosen to come to Moreton rather than Fraser Island due to it's proximity to Brisbane, and because Moreton is second only to Fraser in terms of being the worlds largest sand island. Everything is sand - literally! Several different dune types, of differing ages are recognised by their form and soil development. Mt. Tempest is considered the highest coastal sand dune in the world at 285m.
We drove down through the middle of the island and came out half way in at a wonderful site called the Desert. The Desert is a major sand blow reached by either 4wd or a scenic walking track.
My 1st Sandboard by Gnarly
Ma 1ere planche de sandboarding pour dévaler les dunes de sable!!! Ceci est une planche Gnarly, signe et dedié par Marty, YEAHHHHH!!!!
Le sandboard es un véritable surf des sables, sport que se pratique sur les dunes avec une planche similaire à celles du snowboard.
Le sandboard es un véritable surf des sables, sport que se pratique sur les dunes avec une planche similaire à celles du snowboard.
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