tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post3784804673512408669..comments2023-04-01T22:26:20.745+13:00Comments on Musings from Aotearoa: ThanksgivingRuahineshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-15867257208636188512008-12-18T18:34:00.000+13:002008-12-18T18:34:00.000+13:00Kia ora MB, How lovely to read from you! I always ...Kia ora MB,<BR/> How lovely to read from you! I always check in at your place and I hope you are well and enjoying a fantastic holiday season. I just my first significant time down in the south island and just had an amzing experience. I will be sharing some of it soon, so stay tuned! Kia kaha MB,<BR/>Rangimarie,<BR/>RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-9407174766347665522008-12-18T18:30:00.000+13:002008-12-18T18:30:00.000+13:00Kia ora Sugar, As I wrote above I just returned fr...Kia ora Sugar,<BR/> As I wrote above I just returned from a trip down south. Thanks for your lovely words, and I will check out your post shortly. Have a great Christmas!<BR/>Aroha,<BR/>RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-10907291242555332892008-12-18T18:29:00.000+13:002008-12-18T18:29:00.000+13:00Kia ora Lynda, Thank you! You are so right. I just...Kia ora Lynda,<BR/> Thank you! You are so right. I just have returned from the beauty of the majestic south island where I was able to emmerse my soul in parts of Nature I have never seen before. It was really incredible and just deepens my love for mountains and Nature. Happy Holidays to you and yours.<BR/>Aroha,<BR/>RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-71811220709460765762008-12-18T18:26:00.000+13:002008-12-18T18:26:00.000+13:00Kia ora JJ, Bless you. Just returned from a gereat...Kia ora JJ,<BR/> Bless you. Just returned from a gereat trip to the South Island. You have a lovely holiday season.<BR/>Aroha,<BR/>RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-31297043272536449942008-12-18T18:24:00.000+13:002008-12-18T18:24:00.000+13:00Kia ora Phillip, Have an awesome mission and a gre...Kia ora Phillip,<BR/> Have an awesome mission and a great Christmas. Looking forward to a few mountain trips myself.<BR/>Cheers,<BR/>RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-20053006896594581542008-12-17T17:09:00.000+13:002008-12-17T17:09:00.000+13:00I give my thanks for the beauty you share! :-)I give my thanks for the beauty you share! :-)MBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14515233228776181123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-78950423890498872892008-12-17T06:56:00.000+13:002008-12-17T06:56:00.000+13:00I love looking back on old family photos. That's p...I love looking back on old family photos. That's part of what drives me as a photographer... knowing that this will be a cherished memory.<BR/><BR/>I have a favor to ask. Could you read the post on my giveaway for this fellow NZ dad? http://tanka12345.blogspot.com/ He knows of a medical center that needs help... I thought you might know someone that could fill that need. <BR/><BR/>Hope you are enjoying your summer. I'm freezing! It's almost in the 50s her in Cali! ;)Sugar Joneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14350485179045324078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-83862786073613088212008-12-15T11:12:00.000+13:002008-12-15T11:12:00.000+13:00Robb, sorry I'm so long in getting here to read th...Robb, sorry I'm so long in getting here to read this very poignant and nostalgic post. I very much enjoyed reading about and seeing old photos of your family...<BR/><BR/>If you did not feel some sense of melancholy at this holiday season, you wouldn't be human. I hope your feelings of good fortune far outweigh the feelings of loss.<BR/><BR/>Feelings of loss are so much a part of life, especially as we age and the world spins faster. It's hard to even get our bearings sometimes.<BR/><BR/>It's the enduringness and beauty of nature that pull me out of my funk every time, and I know you relate to that.<BR/><BR/>I wish you a belated Thanksgiving and continued joy and excitement in the coming year, as your majestic surroundings reveal their secrets to you.<BR/><BR/>And I wish you good health, good cheer, and joy with your family. :)Lynda Lehmannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10914824862008453219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-83873625836390192152008-12-14T19:30:00.000+13:002008-12-14T19:30:00.000+13:00Hey Jamie, Tara and I heading that way in the morn...Hey Jamie,<BR/> Tara and I heading that way in the morning to take up your kind offer. My mobile 0274442116.<BR/>Cheers mate,<BR/>RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-50103927013843922632008-12-14T08:11:00.000+13:002008-12-14T08:11:00.000+13:00Hey Robb,Really nice to meet you and Tara the othe...Hey Robb,<BR/><BR/>Really nice to meet you and Tara the other night. Sorry had to escape. Didn't want to intrude too much on a bunch of living legends like those guys.<BR/><BR/>Hey I meant to say, if you have any free time in the next couple of days and can get hold of a car, you would be welcome to call in and stay at Arthurs Pass (house south of the chapel). Damn no other way to contact you. <BR/><BR/>Take care<BR/><BR/>JamieAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15602741689946125871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-56645685262756702512008-12-13T14:53:00.000+13:002008-12-13T14:53:00.000+13:00Happy Holidays, Robb. I will say a prayer for you ...Happy Holidays, Robb. I will say a prayer for you and your beautiful family on Christmas Eve. :D<BR/><BR/>Cheers, JJNature Nut /JJ Lochhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02895220529481743313noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-47218009712905869872008-12-12T23:55:00.000+13:002008-12-12T23:55:00.000+13:00HERE WE GO AGAIN OFF INTO THE WILDERNESS AND KAHUR...HERE WE GO AGAIN OFF INTO THE WILDERNESS AND KAHURANGI FOR 6 WEEKS!!!!!!!WE SHALL HENCE BE THE KAHURANGI MASOCHISTS FOR OUR DURATION. TRAVELING FROM 1 END OF KAHURANGI TO THE OTHER!!!!!!!<BR/>SO EXCITED TO GET AWAY FORM HOME!!<BR/>TRAMPING BEATS SITTING AT HOME FOR 6 WEEKS LIKE MOST OF THE KIDS IN MY SCHOOL! ADDED A COUPLE MORE TRIP REPORTS AND PHOTOS TO THE SITE!(www.freewebs.com/hellmission/)<BR/>WE ARE IN A SMALL WORLD, JUST RECENTLY ONE OF MY DAD's OLD FRIENDS FOUND OUR WEBSITE AND WERE GOING TO DO A TRAMP IN THE NEW YEAR!!HOPEFULLY WE WILL MEET YOU SOON!!<BR/>MIGHT SEND YOU A MESSAGE WHEN WE HAVE TRAVERSED OVER THE WILDERNESS TO KARAMEA FROM GOLDEN BAY!<BR/><BR/>MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR<BR/>PHILLIPAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-2352907273973137232008-12-12T17:54:00.000+13:002008-12-12T17:54:00.000+13:00Kia ora Ophelia, You know, that is just what it fe...Kia ora Ophelia,<BR/> You know, that is just what it felt like. It is Howlett's hut and really is in a stunning location. Thanks for that Ophelia! Have a beautiful day.<BR/>Aroha,<BR/>RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-4498977770206400832008-12-11T17:38:00.000+13:002008-12-11T17:38:00.000+13:00Robb, I just have to comment here on the photo of ...Robb, I just have to comment here on the photo of this hut, settled neatly in the midst of the mountains and hills, the second-to-last picture. It reminds me of a children's story painting. I want to be inside that hut. What an amazing photo!<BR/><BR/>Just wanted to add this last observation!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-35430723878313524972008-12-08T15:54:00.000+13:002008-12-08T15:54:00.000+13:00Tena koe JJ, A Wild Wave right back to you my frie...Tena koe JJ,<BR/> A Wild Wave right back to you my friend! Yes, my mom and both sisters still live in Green Bay with their respective families so my thoughts often wander back there. I also have wonderful memories of Christmas times in Chicago as well - all snow filled with bright twinkling lights. I sit here in New Zealand right now in tee shirt and shorts so those winter memories have to serve me well. Have a lovely day JJ.<BR/>Aroha,<BR/>RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-49807948588243406552008-12-08T10:53:00.000+13:002008-12-08T10:53:00.000+13:00Dropping by for a wild wave, Robb. Happy Holidays ...Dropping by for a wild wave, Robb. Happy Holidays to your dear family. Do you still have family in Wisconsin? I do.<BR/><BR/>Hugs, JJNature Nut /JJ Lochhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02895220529481743313noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-71468399057587327642008-12-08T10:05:00.000+13:002008-12-08T10:05:00.000+13:00Kia ora Bunka, Hare mai to you as well, and thank ...Kia ora Bunka,<BR/> Hare mai to you as well, and thank you!<BR/>Cheers,<BR/>RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-39425885035517580682008-12-08T09:33:00.000+13:002008-12-08T09:33:00.000+13:00KIa ora Gustav, Those memories of Thanksgiving in ...KIa ora Gustav,<BR/> Those memories of Thanksgiving in Minneapolis are also strong, and no doubt I could wrote another chapter about them! Yet in spite of those younger more boisterous days, we did abide by protocol and tradition and the valued friends we shared those moments with around the table will always be with me. The roots of those times were in those earlier photos of my family.<BR/> Yes my brother, to the Present, as always you are in my thoughts!<BR/>Aroha,<BR/>RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-67117370722646936662008-12-08T09:17:00.000+13:002008-12-08T09:17:00.000+13:00Kia ora D'Arcy, Thanksgiving in Paris, how cool! I...Kia ora D'Arcy,<BR/> Thanksgiving in Paris, how cool! I appreciate your words in regard to happiness, it is not always with a big grin and laughter that expresses our real happiness. Melancholia often touches my shoulder, something I live with, yet it does not touch my inner core, just a wave that will pass. Seeing life through those eyes often reminds me of the great beauty in my life when I can again see in colour.<BR/> You have become a treasured presence here as well, and I thank you for that. As to the Ruahines, they are equal opportunity mountains! They care not whose lungs they bust! You are always welcome here. Blessed holiday wishes to you my friend.<BR/>Aroha,<BR/>RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-60311727145316097872008-12-08T09:09:00.000+13:002008-12-08T09:09:00.000+13:00Kia ora Ophelia, I treasure your presence as well,...Kia ora Ophelia,<BR/> I treasure your presence as well, and my thoughts were very strong. Just checking in. I totally understand the "radio" silence, we are kindred that way. Just know there are many out here who care about you, and what you have to say. Keep writing! Look forward to reading your book. The best of Holiday Blessings to you and your family.<BR/>Aroha,<BR/>RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-28846197823063753342008-12-08T09:05:00.000+13:002008-12-08T09:05:00.000+13:00Kia ora Maithri, Haere Mai (Welcome) and greetings...Kia ora Maithri,<BR/> Haere Mai (Welcome) and greetings to you.<BR/> Thank you for your kind words. I am trying to find a voice that will speak for all Wild Places. My visit to your place left me very humbled, and your voice and message speak loudly.<BR/> May you have a wonderful and peaceful holiday season.<BR/>Rangimarie,<BR/>RobbRuahineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09398484733805119294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-66896341393982071932008-12-07T03:49:00.000+13:002008-12-07T03:49:00.000+13:00Nice post. http://fasterfast.blogspot.com/Nice post. <BR/><BR/>http://fasterfast.blogspot.com/Unhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11866144861759876568noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-12191208085577950122008-12-07T00:40:00.000+13:002008-12-07T00:40:00.000+13:00Happy Yule Tide Brother!We have shared a turkey or...Happy Yule Tide Brother!<BR/><BR/>We have shared a turkey or two over the years my fine friend.<BR/><BR/>Yes it is difficult to replicate the same aura of Thanksgiving in the southern hemisphere. Your post describes Thanksgiving so well....family, friends, and memories of who we are and what we are about.<BR/><BR/>Each moment is so precious my friend.<BR/><BR/>Enjoy and soon we will be sharing a turkey and a whiskey or two. Until then let us celebrate this gift; the Present.Gustavhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14007035018960992565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-51903055126154083542008-12-06T14:23:00.000+13:002008-12-06T14:23:00.000+13:00Dear Robb!I am a bit late on the wishing, but here...Dear Robb!<BR/><BR/>I am a bit late on the wishing, but here I am wishing it anyway. I spent this Thanksgiving in Paris, eating bread and butter for my feast..it was divine. I thought, that day, of so many things I am grateful for, and I realized, with joy, that I don't take those things for granted. They are real, they make me happy and sad, they make me laugh and cry, and they make me alive. They make me human, and they make me fragile.<BR/><BR/>Like you, I have felt truly bouyed up by all of the friends I have made across the globe this year. It's weird to think that a year ago I didn't even know you and Tara and the boys, didn't even know of the Ruahines Ranges, didn't know what Kia Ora meant, or so many other things. You've opened my eyes to a world that I can't wait to see in real life. I figure if I start hiking now, and practicing, you just might allow me along on your 50th birthday bash...has a woman ever made the trek with you guys?<BR/><BR/>I'm grateful for you friend!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17584248569655542892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2699436745323436303.post-20267405783733128192008-12-06T02:01:00.000+13:002008-12-06T02:01:00.000+13:00Robb, thank you for your lovely note. I am thinkin...Robb, thank you for your lovely note. I am thinking of you, and hope you get to the mountains very soon.<BR/><BR/>I've been offline lately - not posting, not commenting on blogs - just working on my book and focusing on other things. But I plan to get back to it soon. I need to start the blog presence again, especially if I want to sell my book to an agent (as they like to see active work, apparently. The whole thing is new to me).<BR/><BR/>Anyway, I treasure your friendship and hope you and your family are well and happy. Much love to you! Kia kaha!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com