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Name: donatella City, Country: milan, italy Sent: 6.47 PM - 5/20 2002 lately it's been a little stand-still on this website, and perhaps it's useful to ramon to get a bit reloaded. I've read that the new laptop is coming today or tomorrow, and I'm happy for ramon; I think he deserves the friendly support he received, mainly as a kind of "thank you" for the effort he's making. that's all.. I send you a greet, and also to all the others! :) ciao, donatella 
Name: Marcella City, Country: Zwolle, The Netherlands Sent: 2.29 PM - 5/19 2002 Hi Ramon!! Try to get in contact through this way. Nice picutures man!! First time for me to go through your whole website. It's enormous, but a great job!! Take care and keep in touch!! Greetings, Marcella
Name: Margaret City, Country: Minneapolis area Sent: 3.16 PM - 5/18 2002 Ramon, ever since I started reading your tales of travel, I've been thinking of a book published in 1979 called "Walk Across America" by a man named Peter Jenkins who did just that -- walked across the U.S. The book was a best seller! Someday you might enjoy taking a look at it. I would mail it to you if there were any way to know where you'd be in a couple of weeks!
Name: Colleen M. City, Country: Phoenix, United States Sent: 1.44 PM - 5/18 2002 Hi I guess your name is Ramon? I don't even know who you are. I guess your going to Australia. That's cool keep your head up and keep whoever is paying:) You look good. I just saw a picture of you. I'm 17, a junior in High School. Oh I look real good too so it's all good:) email me back if you even can or if you even get this colleeny@onewebsite.com. Bye:)
Name: Tommy City, Country: Thailand Sent: 2.10 AM - 5/18 2002 I am Tommy from Thailand. Sent you a mail but I guess there is something wrong with my laptop so I am not sure you recieved it. Just want to say that you're the coolest guy I've know in this many years. Don't pay attention to the journalists and the newspapers.Most of them have only hands to write but don't have any brain cells.Hope you're fine and succeed your adventures.
Name: jasper Knot City, Country: MUTTABURRA, AUSTRALIA Sent: 4.28 PM - 5/17 2002 ramon got ripped on fraser island, it's one of the greatest places in australia. but NOT the resorts.and it is safe to walk in the rain forest, thats the best place.....and ramon, accuracy mate..there are lots of places to buy fuel and groceries on fraser.
Name: ace City, Country: Mount Isa, Australia Sent: 3.48 PM - 5/17 2002 Well Done Ramon... wish i had thought of doing it (freeloading around the globe) instead of working. have fun...ace
Name: LSOM City, Country: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia Sent: 9.32 AM - 5/17 2002 To whom it may concern, The author of this celebrated site is not chicken hearted, idiocy goes global on your kind of existence
Ramon has just finnished his stay at my place with my wife and I where he's been since monday night. We had a great time with him but we realised how exhausted he was so we just let him hang around the house and catch up on some sleep.... he seems to have a bit more energy now. He has been a little stressed in the past week because he hasn't been able to get full access to his web-site. He has a laptop coming any time now but he had a few problems getting it. Anyway, he'll be back in full swing once it gets here and I'm sure his reports will be back to normal. Thanks for visiting Ramon, and we'll see you again when we stay at your house one day. see Ya.... Darren
Name: Priscilla City, Country: Dallas, Texas, USA Sent: 12.47 AM - 5/17 2002 I have really enjoyed your journal. I'm reading it in chronogical order and I'm up to June 17. I like the way you write about the people you stay with and the things you do. The pictures you take are great. I also like your translations. They're funny. I live in Dallas, Tx and work in the network control area of Parkland Hospital. I'm sure you've heard of Parkland Hospital, where President Kennedy died after he was shot by Lee Harvey Oswald. I think you're a very adventurous young man to take off on your own on a trip like this. I admire your courage. I guess we could compare you to a modern day Lewis and Clark, exploring new frontiers in hitchhiking. I'm taking heed of your gentle advice that brevity is appreciated so won't run on. I wish you good luck in your travels and that all your adventures be happy ones.
Name: Sharlini City, Country: KT, Malaysia Sent: 5.25 PM - 5/16 2002 Right you are, MJ! I know that if Ramon ever makes it here, I'll make sure I stay offline for a couple of weeks to keep the bill down. =) As for that guy Mick and the sponge statement. I do believe that was meant for the "Anti SpongeBob SquarePants" site. The sight of that cartoon character does look a bit sickening, if you ask me. *eg* Oh! I read an interesting German proverb the other day: "The heaviest baggage for a traveller is an empty purse". Take care and safe travels, Ramon! Sharlini
Name: MJ City, Country: Denver Sent: 3.43 PM - 5/16 2002 Hello all, I also think it is up to the hosts to say, "Please only stay on this long, here is what it will cost us to have you stay online, etc." Remembering how every country or even state is with long distance charges, internet charges, etc would be difficult to do... Just my two cents... :) MJ
Name: Glenn Watson City, Country: Noosa, Qld Sent: 3.28 AM - 5/16 2002 We recently hosted Ramon (Apr 18 and then again by may parents on Apr 21) and had a great time with him. ( even taught him how to fish and feed Dolphins by hand) I was however a little dissapointed to find that he had left an internet phone bill on my parents phone account of $30.00. Ramon, you need to remember that not all calls are local and that if it is Long Distance and not local that remaing connected all night (even when asleep) will cost big dollars. I was a little dissapointed more because my parents are retired and it was me who suggested that they help Ramon out for the night as he was stuck for a place to stay and a meal. Ramon, never forget that it is your hosts that are doing you the favour...not the other way around. Continue to enjoy your journey and stay safe. Regards, Glenn.
Hi Munk
Your response about the sponges was brilliant! It would be hard to beat that chirp! Witty, accurate, clever, the works! Ramon, you have a cool friend. Sala kahle Brian
Sent: 1.47 PM - 5/15 2002 Ramon, It's Journo Jim. I've been following your trails with interest, and was very intrigued by your reaction to the Fortuyn assassination. I was in the paper newsroom when I heard about it, and remember thinking at the time that it would be interesting to hear what you had to say about it. Unfortunately, you were and are on the other side of the world. To make matters worse, you then go and lose your laptop, the one way you have to talk to us all. Glad you got everything sorted out in the end, and I'm sure I join with evweryone in wishing thanks to everyone who contributed to keeping you in business. Now, if we could only spread that sort of energy around a bit more, we might have less cases like Mr Fortuyn's tragic death. Incidentally, I love Holland - it's a rich culture with a long tradition of adopting other cutlures into its melting pot. Fortuyn's views do not represent me or even those of the vast majority of Dutch people. nevertheless, killing causes only more killing, as we have learnt to our cost in my native Northern Ireland. I hope that the Dutch people will respond in the proper fashion to this tragedy, and gather together in a show of compassion and dignity and respect for all during the forthcoming election.
Name: Munk Sent: 12.43 PM - 5/15 2002 Mick, no one told you not to eat sponges? Everybody knows they make you sick.
Name: Mick City, Country: Australia Sent: 9.28 AM - 5/15 2002 You're a sponge.... you make me sick
Name: Murray Clarke City, Country: London, Ontario, Canada Sent: 7.54 PM - 5/14 2002 Good day, eh? Ramon, I came across your site from my ISP WebSite "http://www.broadband.rogers.com" or "http://www.hispeed.rogers.com" you pick, they are the same. Well I must say that reading some of your messageboard postings, you've be come very popular in this small world of ours. When I was about your age I much did the same, only across Canada though. I was very pleased to see that someone else is doing it, but on a much larger scale. <<<<< EXCELLENT JOB !!!!!! >>>>> To you and to your guests keep smiling and let the sun shine upon your face. I wish that the world would wake up someday; to learn as much as possible that you want yourself to allow in, to help others see the light. No matter what thier believes are, with that to say good luck on your journeys... Sorry I wasn't able to help you, I'm finacially strapped too. Your Sincerly; Murray
Name: Steve Mosby City, Country: Leeds, UK Sent: 7.15 PM - 5/13 2002 Best of luck! Keep going!
Name: Therése Hammar City, Country: Malmo/Sweden Sent: 12.00 PM - 5/13 2002 I read about you in yesterdays newspaper here in Sweden. I think your idea is wonderful and i hope you will have a joyful trip around the world. Good luck too you. Sorry about you hade problem to find places in Sweden to stay in...good luck.
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Name: Chris & Maz City, Country: HAMILTON ISLAND Sent: 2.25 AM - 5/13 2002 Good luck with the rest of the trip mate. Thanks for visiting us at Hamilton Island.We hope that you enjoyed yourself as much as we enjoyed meeting you!! All the guys & girls at the Island Bar & Bohemes say a big HELLO & goodluck too.I don't know why some people refer to you as freeloader, from what I saw over the past 3 days, everything was offered to you. You didn't ask. Like I said before you left - you are welcome back at our place ANY TIME mate. Just drop us a line. Take care Ramon, hope to see you again !!!!!!!
Name: Pit City, Country: Wilhelmshaven, Germany Sent: 1.15 PM - 5/11 2002 My opinion about you trying to get in the Australian Big Brother House: don't go there. Your self-potrayal on the net is kind and sympathic, and you shouldn't present yourself in such a bullshit of exhibitionism (physical and psycological), voyeurism an commerce.
Name: Mischa City, Country: Zwolle, the Netherlands Sent: 11.05 PM - 5/10 2002 Hi Ramon! Just a quick note from Zwolle. Everything is going as usual here. In case you might wonder if you are missing something; you aren't. I really enjoy your daily reports, but I am also looking forward to the day that you can tell us about your adventures in person. I guess I won't be living in Zwolle by then though, as at july 1st I will be moving to Nijmegen. Of course, I'm happy to see you whenever you decide to take a break at our beautiful "hanzestad bij de ijssel." Cheers, Mischa
Name: Bret City, Country: CA,USA Sent: 10.53 PM - 5/10 2002 Ramon, I too think it was great of you to not give up on the guy. Most people would've just let it be. It's always a tender moment when one is trying to help another, whether one is treading too much into anothers pesonal pride. Fortunately you didn't give up and neither did he. What a great reward it must of been to see his face with excitement. Hopefully he will take another step and learn how to swim to help himself explore even more of what's out there. Here's to you you Ramon. []! (big hug). Happy trails. Sala kahle Bret
Name: Brian City, Country: Durban, South Africa Sent: 3.02 PM - 5/10 2002 Ramon, well done on getting that guy to go into the sea. Who knows, he may have suffered a loss or injury in the sea and had a phobia. You would have cured him! That's a wonderful way to use human power. We all have this power, and so few of us use it in this sort of way. Well done, Ramon. I hope he remembers you. Hamba kahle Brian
Mate you are a Bloody Riper. Your an insperation to allo of us. I hope you get in the big bro house.
Name: Dbk Tom City, Country: N.Z Sent: 6.53 AM - 5/10 2002 I've just been reading your latest report. I'was quite impressed what you did for this pommy guy. It must have been amazing. Thanks for that Ramon,you made my day.
Name: Brian City, Country: Durban, South Africa Sent: 6.13 AM - 5/8 2002 Hi there, Adam (Ramon's host on 27 April) It seems that you and I have the same idea about domestic life. Clean only when you should, cook the basics (remember, Ramon reported that I am a lousy cook, and it's true!), and bung all leftovers in the freezer! Mate, I know how it is! At least you served Ramon something that is universally acceptable, I didn't... :-( Although Ramon's diplomatic approach was, well, interesting. It's such an eye-opener to see honest reports about how people live. Often, when you go to visit someone, they clean up and make everything nice, and cook up a great meal. It's cool to know that there are others out there like me. We invite people over and they must see exactly how we are. Adam, good on ya! Sala kahle Brian
PS. Ramon, I read your reply to my earlier posting. Yes, I understand and accept your comments. Thanks.
Name: MJ City, Country: Denver Sent: 11.05 PM - 5/7 2002 Yes Joerg....sometimes even on this messageboard.
Name: Joerg Habermann City, Country: Orlando-Florida, USA Sent: 9.49 PM - 5/7 2002 Dearest Ramon, You are my only true hero, man. You are not like other freeloaders, NO, you are cadging the whole damn world. And you make the people loving and sponsoring you for that. See, idiocy really goes global!!
Name: Brian City, Country: Durban, South Africa Sent: 6.33 AM - 5/7 2002 Hi all
Ramon, I can understand how the Dutch people must feel about the assasination in Netherlands. No matter what a person thinks, it is wrong to kill him. That is the fundemental behind freedom of speech. Having said that, I can also understand the situation, although I know nothing of Dutch politics. You see, I live in South Africa. We have merciless killings every day. Some victims are high profile figures, others are police, others are just ordinary citizens, rich and poor alike. Just this weekend, a 38 year old policeman was shot dead about 7km from my place. I'm not sure how much of this you picked up while here in SA, but this is the norm. The sad part is that there is no single cause. You can't blame poverty. This weekend I stayed in a traditional Zulu village without electricity or running water. These people are poor, but are happy and respectful. Ramon, criminal-minded lunatics live all over the world. There is always someone wanting to kill another. It is our job to smother these idiots, and let peace and respect shine though. The fact is that, even in SA, it is only a few percent of the population that behaves like this, most of us are decent people. I'm sure that Netherlands has an even lower percentage of the population like this. My undersanding of your country is that you are polite and respectful, and always allow the other person freedom of thought and speech. Certainly, you showed me that when you were here. I empathise with the Dutch people, as this is a tragedy in any country, and more so in Netherlands. But your country will survive. I'm sure of that. Sala kahle Brian
RAMON: Thanks Brian, for your rationalisation. However I think you can not compare the situation in South Africa with any other countries. I don't want to compare the situation in the Netherlands with other countries either. We must understand the differences in cultures, even if we speak about Africa, America, Europe or Australia. However we all have MacDonald's, Coca Cola and MTV, there are independent differences in every country. In the Netherlands you can't just buy a gun, guns are prohibited. Dutch don't have to defend ourselves with guns, therefor we have the police. Since the start of the Dutch democracy, most Dutch political leaders travel without bodyguards, often using public transport. It is for the very first time in our long-going democracy of this small country called The Netherlands that a politician is assasinated in broad daylight. And that is why it strikes me this hard. Because it has never happened before and it is just so unreal for The Netherlands.
Name: jane City, Country: Perth, Australia Sent: 3.37 AM - 5/7 2002 Strange, this is not true Australian standard for u to wait so long for a new laptop. Usually we would have one right on your 'footpath' immediatley. Come all the big guys out there, help Ramon to get his Laptop a bit quicker ................Channel 9 where are u ??????
Name: RAMON Sent: 3.35 AM - 5/7 2002 FOR PEOPLE OUTSIDE THE NETHERLANDS IT MIGHT NOT BE EASY TO UNDERSTAND WHAT A BIG THING THIS LATEST EVENT IN THE NETHERLANDS MEANS TO ME. IT IS THE END OF A FREEDOM OF SPEECH. I FEEL SORROWS AND AM IN DISBELIEF THAT SOMETHING LIKE THIS COULD HAPPEN IN MY MUCH BELOVED COUNTRY. [ PHOTOS ]
Name: Martin City, Country: Roden, Holland Sent: 3.16 AM - 5/7 2002 It's a black day for my country. I agree with Ramon, my vote is for somebody else.. but this a big shock for our country (and Europe) Where to go from here? Keep traveling save Ramon!
Name: donatella City, Country: milan, italy Sent: 12.22 AM - 5/7 2002 I learn now from your current position display that in australia is deep morning.. so have a nice day (here is 1:30 am.. it's REALLY time to go sleeping!). bye :) dona
Name: donatella City, Country: milan, italy Sent: 12.12 AM - 5/7 2002 hello ramon, I came back home now from my boyfriend' and while driving I listened to the radio about what happened in your country.. I don't know much about it yet, but anyway it's really serious and unfair, though Fortuyn's ideas are (in my opinion) disagreeable. why europe seems to be moving towards the "right wing"? hasn't the past taught enough? ..I know, this is another story.. but I was also thinkin' about general elections in france yesterday.. and also here in italy we've got a centre-right government with a chief that makes laws "custom-made" for his (and others businessmen) properties.. let's it go..
Hi Ramon! How is the new laptop coming along? Holland is in state of shock at the moment; it appears that the elections are going to be postphoned (just for your information) And oh, it still rains over here... Could we visit you? Please?
Name: RAMON STOPPELENBURG City, Country: CURRENTLY IN AUSTRALIA Sent: 7.08 PM - 5/6 2002 LAST NIGHT AFTER PUBLISHING THE LATEST REPORT ON THIS WEBSITE I GOT SHOCKED WHEN I HEARD THE NEWS THAT A DUTCH RIGHT-WING POLITICIAN BY THE NAME OF PIM FORTUYN IS SHOT DOWN. JUST 5 MINUTES BEFORE I LOGGED OFF THE WEB AFTER LISTENING TO LIVE RADIO FROM THE NETHERLANDS THROUGH THE INTERNET WHERE MISTER FORTUYN HAD A TWO HOUR TALK. SHOWING THE HUMAN BEHIND HIM. THE MOMENT I WALKED TO THE BED, THAT MAN GOT SHOT. AND HOWEVER HIS IDEAS AND POLICIES IN THE UPCOMING ELECTIONS IN THE NETHERLANDS WOULD NEVER GET MY VOTE, I KNOW IT IS W R O N G TO KILL BECAUSE OF SOME DISAGREEMENTS. SOMETHING LIKE THIS HAS NEVER EVER HAPPENED IN THE NETHERLANDS. CNN.COM: "Dutch rightist Fortuyn shot dead"
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