tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2879418859679592615.post5539529925879342148..comments2024-03-27T08:53:10.364+02:00Comments on AdventureLisa: Up where the sky is clearadventurelisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02054511421198362034noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2879418859679592615.post-39086523013944656602006-12-15T12:16:00.000+02:002006-12-15T12:16:00.000+02:00Hi Lisa
It's really inspiring hearing your impres...Hi Lisa<br /><br />It's really inspiring hearing your impressions on Skyrun. Yes I must admit Adrian has really managed to do a really great work in getting the organistional aspects in line.<br /><br />The way Skyrun has developed from a real spontaneous - off the cuff, scruffy mountain encounter has really humbled me. I remember you heading out in 1999 and being really impressed with the way you guys were equipped. At least we approach the mountain less reckless and with more respect these days. <br /><br />Must say I much more prefer the AR community and was privileged to enjoy some events with Deon, Ina, and Herman with Team Stirling Light from Bloemfontein. <br /><br />Working in Iraq for these past two - plus years has given me a greater appreciation for the freedom and opportunities which we have in SA for adventure. <br /><br />I'm based at what used to be 'Paradise - Garden of Eden' in the restoration of the wetland region in southern Iraq. Perfect AR territory. Just include Kevlar helmets - Body Armour and your own PSD (Personal Security Detail) which is the work we do in Iraq. <br /><br />Riding around in GMC - Chevy SUV's working off GPS - equipped for 'ambush alley', against bombs, rockets and bullets. Yes we work strictly on a civilian security contract basis, however the work is about surviving an intense and really brutal war zone where no quarter is expected or given by the Islamic Jihadists. Oh yes this is definitely an adrenaline rush as well. <br /><br />Yea this is really a world of 'boys and their 'toys' oh yes and there are some GI Janes as well. Anyway pay is great which I suppose is the bottom line for most folk. As I write 4 South Africans were captured last Sunday - they seriously need our prayers.<br /><br />Take Care enjoy the Christmas break and hope to see you next year at Skyrun 2007. In the meantime Wartrail Tri Challenge in March is also a 'blast'.<br /><br />Adventure Living to EXTREMES<br /><br />Regards <br /><br />John-Michael Tawse<br /><br />Nasiriyah - IRAQAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com