tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post2036850984510694235..comments2023-04-01T22:26:20.745+13:00Comments on Musings from Aotearoa: CodaRuahineshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-5917868466778414852012-03-19T03:51:49.197+13:002012-03-19T03:51:49.197+13:00It been about five years for me as well. At least ...It been about five years for me as well. At least they can give us credit for some peristence. This Homes person reminds me of a Limbaugh person here in the states. In the later case his paranoid and hateful attacks have made him very rich man. At least the New Zealand version souds somewhat more in deserved obscurity.. May he stay there.troutbirderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14087811292280881959noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-30019940407786569212012-03-07T17:26:50.941+13:002012-03-07T17:26:50.941+13:00Kia ora Joe,
It is very synchronistic to read fro...Kia ora Joe,<br /> It is very synchronistic to read from you directly after Pete, as your place, along with his, were the two main inspirations for starting my own place. So Kia Ora for your words, and for your continuing inspiration as well.<br /> Racism is indeed alive and well here in Aotearoa - maybe not quite so overtly and open as I remember in the states, and not much seems to have changed, but what I find is sometimes that just beneath the surface hatred, intolerance and racism that is even worse than the burning cross. Being awoken to these things at Waitangi, while being distinctly in the minority as a Pakeha was very eye opening. It is so easy for us to stumble through the world completely unaware of how the system is set up. And very hard to actually confront it. Thanks for the link Joe. Mauri Ora e hoa!<br />RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-2519476980517100572012-03-07T17:16:42.272+13:002012-03-07T17:16:42.272+13:00Kia ora Pete,
Indeed the hypocracy, arrogance, an...Kia ora Pete,<br /> Indeed the hypocracy, arrogance, and certainly the short memory of Holmes is quite shocking. Though not too surprising really. He knows what buttons to push, and knows his opinions are actually held by many. More is the pity.<br /> A special Kia Ora to you for your words on my 100th post. Yours was the first blog I ever stumbled upon and it was, and still is, highly inspirational to me in the writings and the photographs. Look forward to catching up!<br />Rangimarie,<br />RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-64882368973551173792012-03-05T09:53:26.779+13:002012-03-05T09:53:26.779+13:00Congratulations on both milestones - 100 posts ove...Congratulations on both milestones - 100 posts over 5 years (and probably thousands of comments)! You are embodying the 8th Habit preached by Stephen Covey: Find your voice and inspire others to find theirs.<br /><br />I am not familiar with Paul Holmes, or the particulars of anti-Maori racism in New Zealand (beyond what I read on your blog), but I it appears that overt racism - and sexism - is on the rise in the U.S. once again, as the presidential election race heats up. The words and phrases you excerpted from the Holmes article remind me of an infamous 1994 GoPac memo that Newt Gingrich wrote about <a href="http://www.fair.org/index.php?page=1276" rel="nofollow">Language: A Key Mechanism of Control</a>. <br /><br />Words matter, and I'm glad you are doing your part in raising awareness, in words and deeds.Joe McCarthyhttp://gumption.typepad.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-36717479210540226292012-03-04T23:24:39.739+13:002012-03-04T23:24:39.739+13:00This was the same Paul Holmes who some years ago w...This was the same Paul Holmes who some years ago was rescued by local Maori when his helicopter ditched in the sea; the same Paul Holmes who after the incident was so effusive about how wonderful his rescuers were; the same Paul Holmes who swore he'd never let anyone badmouth Maori ever again. This was the same Paul Holmes who publicly referred to the Nobel Peace Prize winner and former UN Secretary General, Kofi Annan as a "cheeky darky". These incidents should be enough to give some indication of the character of Paul Holmes.<br /><br />On a more positive note, congratulations on the 100th post, Robb. A fine effort, much appreciated, and I look forward to the next 100.pohanginapetehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11463792721091291063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-57493827957253684532012-03-04T17:35:27.029+13:002012-03-04T17:35:27.029+13:00Kia ora Beth,
Thank you for stopping in, and your...Kia ora Beth,<br /> Thank you for stopping in, and your words remind me of a quote from someone I read this very day which I will paraphrase but along the lines of "a mountain can be moved one pebble at a time". Mauri ora e hoa.<br />aroha,<br />RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-14413925672758567652012-03-04T17:31:53.183+13:002012-03-04T17:31:53.183+13:00Kia ora Jamie,
Just for shits and grins I wore my...Kia ora Jamie,<br /> Just for shits and grins I wore my Tino Rangatiratanga tee shirt into an English style pub at happy hour as we were farewelling a work mate - The Rose and Crown. It helps that I am pretty big, but the looks I got, and people I know who sort strayed away from me was very noticeable. And after a few lagers I actually started to really enjoy my point of difference. The silence and the glares speak volumes. There is a long road to travel, but I am inspired by the people committed to honour and change. Hope all is well e hoa.<br />Rangimarie,<br />RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-58451829705857322032012-03-04T07:18:30.896+13:002012-03-04T07:18:30.896+13:00Hi Robb, thank you for thinking about the things y...Hi Robb, thank you for thinking about the things you do. The world needs people who are willing to question the typical paths we all tend to follow; people who are willing to step lightly. This questioning never really stops...oddly, my own "carbon footprint" is less now,living in a major city, than it was in the countryside, where we occupied more space, used cars constantly, and burned fossil fuels to stay warm. But my spirit misses the mountains and the creatures, and the touch of the earth. It's never perfect, we just have to do the best we can and keep thinking and adjusting. Best wishes to you, as always! -- BethBethhttp://www.cassandrapages.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-47032113568424236852012-02-27T17:46:48.437+13:002012-02-27T17:46:48.437+13:00Kia ora Marja,
You are far too modest e hoa, your...Kia ora Marja,<br /> You are far too modest e hoa, your place says far more than you give it credit for. All I can write is Kia Ora for being one of those "old timers" whom has tuned in and given me inspiration. Rave On Marja!<br />Aroha,<br />RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-62603114339322083212012-02-27T14:41:26.338+13:002012-02-27T14:41:26.338+13:00Nice one Robb, speaking as a Maori you are the bes...Nice one Robb, speaking as a Maori you are the best type of pakeha ;-)<br /><br />Paul Holmes rant was terrible, and rather sad, but a word also for all the old white men who have seen the injustice and inequality and played their part to move towards a better future.<br /><br />I hope your journey into this area is fulfilling, it is a long path.<br /><br />JamieAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15602741689946125871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-84885781930376580752012-02-25T20:26:49.082+13:002012-02-25T20:26:49.082+13:00Congratulations I started mid 2007 as well and I s...Congratulations I started mid 2007 as well and I still love it although haven't got much time and skills to put such a thoughtful post together. I just live in a small world trying to do the best I can and being far of politics and the like. I leave that for the well spoken people like you as you are good at it. Wish you all the best in your journey. Arohanui marjaMarjahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17458942200244031009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-84890180114257143332012-02-20T10:03:03.244+13:002012-02-20T10:03:03.244+13:00Kia ora Marty,
Cheers e hoa, nga mihi for your co...Kia ora Marty,<br /> Cheers e hoa, nga mihi for your continued observations and thoughts.<br />Rangimarie,<br />RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-6408723253672185752012-02-19T19:23:53.484+13:002012-02-19T19:23:53.484+13:00Kia ora baruk,
I write Kia ora to you as ell. Ind...Kia ora baruk,<br /> I write Kia ora to you as ell. Indeed, patience is a truth behind pretty much all First nation struggles. But as the world is now showing, that discontent, entitlement is being lost in class distinctions as well. That really PISSES off white people. Go figure.<br />Kia ora e hoa,<br />RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-26884869202422188302012-02-19T19:19:52.310+13:002012-02-19T19:19:52.310+13:00Tena koe Tehani,
Kia ora!
Rangimarie,
RobbTena koe Tehani,<br /> Kia ora!<br />Rangimarie,<br />RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-1573464388187499542012-02-19T19:02:47.470+13:002012-02-19T19:02:47.470+13:00Kia ora Donald,
Lot's to keep an eye upon out...Kia ora Donald,<br /> Lot's to keep an eye upon out there. My recent journey is really the first time I have dove into First People activism, and a real eye opener. I think quite possibile that underneath this all my real anger lies at how we treat Mother Earth, Papatuanuku, and try to find ways we can learn to live in her bosom without destroying it all. To leave it better than we found we found it for our tamariki. Interesting that I find those beliefs align very closely to the principle Tino Rangatiratanga. <br />Cheers,<br />RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-79684240104055568582012-02-15T06:59:42.672+13:002012-02-15T06:59:42.672+13:00when i read paul holmes' piece, two things cam...when i read paul holmes' piece, two things came to mind. 1) your excellent piece, and how it was written from waitangi (paul holmes watches TV) and 2) how terrified paul holmes is. and he should be, old racists like him are going extinct. <br /><br />a couple of years ago i was at an university graduation, with a lot of other older, 'respectable' people in the audience. when the anthem was sung, the te reo maori part was largely ignored, while the english part was boomed out. last year, at the wharf watching the world cup finals, the crowd (mostly made up of drunk teens) sung both parts with equal gusto. <br /><br />things will change, as long as we keep teaching the kids a better way, and the old farts die.barukhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09029347037659235712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-16844916492215105452012-02-14T22:47:05.937+13:002012-02-14T22:47:05.937+13:00kia ora Rob - well said on both posts e hoa.kia ora Rob - well said on both posts e hoa.Marty Marshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07434142404949696557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-16358779295346121432012-02-14T22:15:08.777+13:002012-02-14T22:15:08.777+13:00Awesome Rob!!!Awesome Rob!!!Tehaninoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-15216443010876720582012-02-14T20:51:07.978+13:002012-02-14T20:51:07.978+13:00Dear Robb
Coming on the heels of your previous we...Dear Robb<br /><br />Coming on the heels of your previous well written and researched post here, gives what you say even more cred!<br /><br />Not that you need to have that preface. From what I've seen/heard it's all about low quality energy / vibration and cheap thrills at the expense of others I'd say. <br /><br />Shame on The New Zealand Herald too for being found wanting in the editing dept.<br /><br />Cheers<br /><br />DonaldDonaldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02514655834785883306noreply@blogger.com