Wellington Arrival
I made it to Wellington! There are a number of things to report about how I got here, but that will have to wait till I have more time. Now I need to find a job and a more permanent place to live.
Craters of the Moon
When once earth fell, it fall far, leaving emptiness in its wake, steaming madness of shattered notions that will never rise again. November 21, 2003 Craters of the Moon, Taupo, New Zealand
The Dead Marshes
Birds of sulfer sing chaos The only song they learned As steaming water covers ground That once had been so sure Food will be no more And plants will never thrive Once a volcano rises It’s heart never dies November 19, 2003 Rotorua, New Zealand
American Culture
As I was walking down to this Internet cafe, I heard a familiar song in a style that was new to me, U2’s “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For” in reggae style. A few seconds later, Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” was on the scene. At the movie theatre, all American movies. I knew [...]
Arrival
I arrived safely in Auckland, New Zealand this morning. In the process, I seemed to have skipped Saturday. Hmmmm. The layover was long, and the flight even longer, though I was able to sleep most of it. Got to my hostel and watched some NZ TV while I recovered a bit. After that, took a [...]
New Zealand
Well, I’m in New Zealand. It’s wierd. The same but different. Auckland is a very nice city. I feel OK, though it’s strange to not know anyone, but I’m indepedent, so I can cope with that. I’m excited and questioning my sanity at the same time. This is crazy! No regrets, will never regret. Now [...]
