Tag Archive for 'quotes'

Alcoholic Traveler gives Alcohol warnings, Bar Translations, Drinking Jokes, Quotes, Beer Anthem, and Drunk Test

March 15th, 2008 by Jonathan

Carmen told me her name was fitting because she likes both Cars and Men; I told her to call me Beer Sex from now on.  So let’s get to it, here are some funny jokes, warnings, and bar translations for those who love to drink.  First, please rise for the Beer anthem.  Remember, beauty is in the [...]

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Inspiring and motivational travel quotes for the traveling soul

March 9th, 2008 by Jonathan

This weekend I stumbled across on amazing post on one of my favorite travel websites Brave New traveler.  The post contained 50 inspiring travel quotes, by Lola Akinmade; that I felt compelled to share with my readers.  I have listed my favorite 12 quotes from this post below and a link to the original post [...]

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My Top 5 pictures from Costa Rica with inspirational quotes

March 7th, 2008 by Jonathan

The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
Eleanor Roosevelt                                                                                              It was a high counsel that I once heard given to a young person, “Always do what you are afraid to do.”
Ralph Waldo Emerson                                                                                                                                Our greatest glory is not in never falling but in rising every time we fall. Confucius
If [...]

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A little poem I created from my favorite Kahlil Gibran quotes

March 3rd, 2008 by Jonathan

Kahlil Gibran writes with unparalleled beauty.  I wanted to share with my readers all of my favorite quotes.  So I decided to combine them into a little poem for your reading pleasure.  I hope you enjoy!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                “Love is trembling happiness” 

Sitting in the meadow, the old man suffered with all his heart; shouting into the wind [...]

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Interesting Paulo Coelho Quotes from an Interview:

February 27th, 2008 by Jonathan

Today, I thought I would share some interesting Paulo Coelho Quotes from an Interview:  “I look at life, using the metaphor of the journey, as a caravan: I know neither whence it came, nor where it’s going.”                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 “I like to use the term alchemy, which is the soul of the world, or those of Jung’s [...]

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The day my prayer was answered with an unbelievable Omen; a sign from above.

February 18th, 2008 by Jonathan

I’m by no means a bible thumper; I could’ve made a career out of sinning.  Yet, in all the bad things I have ever done, I never lost faith in something more pure and beautiful that guides the world to make it a better place.  I have hit rock bottom more then any aging rock [...]

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Sometimes I forget to look at the mountains…

February 11th, 2008 by Jonathan

 
Sometimes I forget to look at the mountains.  It happens while walking through the high-rise buildings in the concrete jungle of Vancouver with my mind running with the everyday thoughts and chatter.  I will peer down the street and see them gracefully sitting there; high above the city standing snowcapped and exquisite.  It hits me [...]

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The world’s greatest quote about the beauteous nature of scars

February 8th, 2008 by Jonathan

 
Ever since I was wee-lad I loved a good scar.  I guess everyone has their little fetishes in life; for me it’s scars.   To a certain degree they symbolize the beauty and perfection of the human body.  The more strain and pressure that the human body endures, the stronger and more durable it becomes; a [...]

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My favorite passages from The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

January 27th, 2008 by Jonathan

The Alchemist is my all time favorite book; by my favorite writer Paulo Coelho.  One of the best presents I have ever received, is a first edition signed copy of The Alchemist.  This book is my heart and soul, and I try to share it with as many people as possible.  If you haven’t read [...]

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La Botella de Leche party hostel in Tamarindo beach Costa Rica

January 21st, 2008 by Jonathan

 
La Botella de Leche is an amazing 5 star hostel located in beautiful Tamarindo beach Costa Rica.  From the funky cow décor to the bean bag common room; my initial impression was that this isn’t your average hostel filled with rules and regulations.  This was a paradise for the free spirit; a special place where [...]

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Is anyone going to Tamarindo Beach?

January 18th, 2008 by Jonathan

Is anyone going to Tamarindo Beach?  Never be afraid to ask for anything; the results will always surprise you.   I learned this lesson during my first backpacking experience in Europe.  I traveled with one of my best friends Brian who was one of the most outspoken people I have ever met; he would ask anyone [...]

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Opening Lyrics to the Movie The Beach

January 15th, 2008 by Jonathan

There is a certain satisfaction in completing a good pack.  When everything is done and everything is ready: the journey begins.   That about sums up my morning today.  I am beginning a new journey towards the unknown, with no plans or schedule, no itinerary, or idea of what the future holds; I am completely free.  [...]

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