Sunday, June 29, 2008

AFRICA

Hi all!

Wanted to share South Africa Stories.... It is am amazing part of the world- stunning- and horrible- wild and free- scary and breathtaking..... a contrast of worlds colliding in so many different ways. I loved the scenery, and a Safari is a must if you can swing it....

I got talked into it by Tuomo, my Finnish friend....and we had the most exciting and amazing time.... (a few articles will be published in newspapers soon- and I will eventually share the stories...) Yeah Tuomo and I- and the uhhh Lions and Elephants- and yeah-- sleeping in a tent.... but no worries- it did have a bathroom- and I did not even mind the huge lizard I found in the shower... he/she was actually quite lovely..... hey running water and a shower.... it's all good!!

The photo above is from a township.... after meeting Sangoma's (I hope I am spelling this correctly) they are healer women who study for 7 years..... and this photo is from kids in the neighborhood who saw us taking photos and immediately joined in....

Speaking of joining in.... a few of us bought school supplies for the kindergarten in the township.... I have loads of photos... they could really use--- pencils and crayons and coloring books.... I have the address of the school- email me if you want to donate items and mail them....

These kids are the lucky ones.... they get to go to school.... The poverty I saw that day... was bad... so even something small makes a difference.... would be great to hear from you....

Oh yeah- on the adventure side of things..... you can not even image.... shipwrecks and waterfalls...... I loved the "Wild Coast"
Here is the waterfall---- just so awesome- I could have spent all day swimming in the water....





There is a wildness to South Africa.... and it extends past the animals.... a vibe in the air- an energy which is powerful and pulls you into where you are.... it's different and wonderful and truly wild.....
So of course I have tons to say.... and have loads of adventures to write about....not to mention the famous South African actress I had dinner with.... completely unintentional and well mixed in with a bit of luck of course...... so more soon.... enjoy for now and let me know your thoughts.... and yeah feel free to get in touch with me to make a difference for some great kids.....

Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Making a Difference for Josh's Family

Hi Everyone,

Thanks for taking time out to read about Josh. As a writer I am speechless, this is not the way the story was supposed to go. We all like happy stories.... so the best I can think of.... is lets think about Josh's kids and help them save for a college education and summer camp- and all the fun things kids are supposed to experience..... My thought- is send a donation and have it go towards a positive and fun future for Josh's kids..... If its 5 dollars or 5000.... everything will help..... The info is below....
Thanks......
Masada


Here's the options someone could follow for donating.1. Send checks payable to 'The Josh Kadrie Benefit Fund' to my address detailed below. Anybody could contact me (763-427-0055) with any questions to Randy Kadrie11941 Oregon Ave. N. Champlin, MN 553162.Donate any funds directly at any US Bank location. They just need to inform the Bank Teller that the donation is for 'The Josh Kadrie Benefit Fund' . This is a Donation Account accessible throughout all of the US Bank System

Newbie Blogger

Another sunny gorgeous day here in one of the most beautiful places on the planet. I have lots to say.... and am just starting out with this whole blog biz.... so any advice on how to muddle my way thru- and spread the word of fun..... well you would make my day- and in turn- I plan on sharing my fun adventures.....

So here goes- wish me luck..... and I promise.... I will tell you more.... about my world, and about trying new things.... like learning to surf, skydiving, interviewing famous people and how silly some of them can be....

Because you see.... I interview and I write.... and here might just be a place to tell you what I think......

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