Playing Tour Guide

Published on May 6, 2007 in Taiwan under Life

For the last two weeks I have been touring Taiwan with Yan-Shih, my dad and Cathy (step-mom). I've finally returned to Taipei, finally back online, and ready to start studying and trying to make some money. Wish me luck. Read more.

Into the Mountains

Published on April 29, 2007 in Taiwan under Life

The alarms woke us up quite early and we wandered down to breakfast. We quickly ate, packed, and jumped in the car. Next we drove to the Confucius temple, parked nearby, and began to walk. Midway, just off the road, a flower market appeared. Cathy and my dad instinctively wandered ... Read more.

To Taiwan, Again

Published on April 28, 2007 in Taiwan under Life

We arose to a loud knocking at our door, 8:00 had come too fast. Breakfast was had, bags packed, and we checked out of the hotel. Once the car was packed we drove out to the Snake Kiln, continuing with the motif of ceramics and teapots. Cathy thoroughly enjoyed the ... Read more.

Sun Moon Lake

Published on April 27, 2007 in Taiwan under Life

Breakfast was had at the hotel (same chain) across the street. Full of energy we started our drive around the lake. First we stopped by a Wen Wu Temple, a large and well visited temple. We wandered all around, Yan-Shih thoroughly explaining the small nuances of the temple. In front ... Read more.

Onward to Sun Moon Lake

Published on April 26, 2007 in Taiwan under Life

Yan-Shih and I ate breakfast on our own, my parents deciding they just wanted to eat the hotel “free” food. Once we arrived my dad and Yan-Shih left to pick up the car, whist Cathy and I chatted and eventually waited by the street. Just when we were starting to ... Read more.

Taipei Tour Guide

Published on April 25, 2007 in Taiwan under Life

Early in the morning Yan-Shih and I took the bus to the hotel, knocked on the door, and wandered across the street to a breakfast plane. Quite a bit of food was ordered, enough for them to sample, and soon we were off. Yan-Shih needed to check in with her ... Read more.

A Long, Long Flight

Published on Oct. 16, 2006 in United States under Life

In the last few years I have been privileged enough to travel; travel a lot. International flights aren't a problem. After my exam I jumped on the MRT to Taipei Main Station, and had some lunch. Knowing that the meals on the plan are built for "average" people, I should ... Read more.

I'm Back!

Published on Oct. 1, 2006 in Taiwan under Life

After a long, long flight to LAX, then a jump across to Taiwan, I'm now back in Taipei. Life has settled down, I'm studying several things at the moment, and beef noodle is on the agenda for almost every meal. With me comes good memories of Atlanta, and a new ... Read more.

ATL and Coups

Published on Sept. 19, 2006 in United States under Life

I'm still in Atlanta, spending much time with my sister's. One of them just got married, which is why I decided to come out here. One of my sisters is raising a set of twins, and a four year old -- so as one could imagine, I have been able ... Read more.

A Purchase

Published on May 7, 2006 in Taiwan under Life

Oh yea, I’m in the middle purchasing an IP Phone from a distributor here in Taiwan. My Asterisk server is quite solid, except most/all of the softphones for Linux sort of suck. So, when I get my phone, you had better be calling me to say hello. I have a ... Read more.

The Fatherland

Published on Oct. 6, 2005 in New Zealand under Life

Upon arriving in New Zealand my uncle met me at the airport and, after making fun of me for trying to get in the wrong side of the car (still getting used to that), we took off. The flight was overnight and the last three hours rather bumpy, so I ... Read more.