Roz Savage, Ocean Rower

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1. Laurey Masterton

   Posted July 18, 2010 at 5:22 AM

   Glad to hear you bend your own rules every once in a while. Bling is good. Especially if it all fits on a wrist.

   I’m getting excited about your visit to Asheville in early September. Hooray!
   Laurey in Asheville
2. bill savage

   Posted July 18, 2010 at 10:20 AM

   Greetings Roz,
   So good to read you are relaxing and enjoying new parts and friends of the world. Can you post a schedule for all to see , for your next couple months? Details , like how long in some cities, etc…
   Thanks and good travels,
   bill
3. jay gosuico

   Posted July 18, 2010 at 12:38 PM

   omg! I just had to look up wikipedia definition of “deity” and the shoe fits

   right on sister ~

   Jay Gosuico
4. John Kay

   Posted July 19, 2010 at 8:01 AM

   Campaigning on land, sea and air! Well done, Roz.

   Now about caving with your sister a year or two ago – I don’t remember any banners then. Next time perhaps!

   John
5. KennyB

   Posted July 19, 2010 at 8:16 AM

   Hi Roz,
   Nice to see you on your blog, it’s been a while and I (we’ve) missed you. It sounds like you are having a great time and getting to see lots of new things and meet new people. Keep the blog’s coming we really like them.
6. Cheryl Moore

   Posted July 19, 2010 at 11:58 AM

   Hi Roz! It has been several months since I received it, but thank you so much for giving Scott one of your books for me. I am now just getting around to reading it and I just finished chapter 6. What a GREAT book and you are a terrific writer! It is one of those books that you read far past your bedtime because you just can’t put it down. Thank you for taking the time and risk in putting your true thoughts on paper for the whole world to read.

   Thanks for being you!
   ‘Have faith, expect miracles’
   Cheryl
7. Roz Savage

   Posted July 19, 2010 at 3:55 PM

   You’re very welcome, Cheryl.

   Funnily enough, I was thinking of you just the other day. All my jewellery was stolen while I was in PNG, apart from the bracelet you gave me with those words on it.

   I was sad about the rest, but glad to still have the words of inspiration!
8. John Kay

   Posted July 21, 2010 at 1:33 PM

   Things to avoid while boating #27:
   http://news.yahoo.com/s/yblog_upshot/20100721/od_yblog_upshot/beware-of-jumping-whales-when-sailing-off-the-coast-of-south-africa
9. Elba Davis

   Posted July 22, 2010 at 1:40 AM

   Does anyone know where I can find free on-line grant applications?
10. UncaDoug

    Posted July 23, 2010 at 3:25 AM

    Sweet, Roz! Not sure if I am having one of Jan’s “old man” moments or one of Joan’s “dusty eye” moments, but I sure am proud of you ;-D
11. RoninVancouver

    Posted July 23, 2010 at 7:41 AM

    Hello Roz. Way to fly. Like Doug, extremely pleased to see you still burning tons of calories while letting mine turn to flab as I sit at my desk. 19 more months and the lock on the chain to my desk will fall off and set me free. 90 minutes of focused exercise each day is never enough, but my critiques on political waste, environmental abuse, and destruction of habitats does contribute to some positive results.

    You stared with knee-shaking determination! Maybe the knees still shake sometimes, but the purpose served is well worth the energy burned. Waiting for the day you ride the star you’re reaching for, reaching for…

    Ron
12. John Kay

    Posted July 23, 2010 at 9:31 AM

    “It also heralded my move from environmental campaigning at the high-level/conceptual level into activism at the specific, local level.”

    I hope this is not a permanent move, Roz. You strength hitherto has been your ability to attract followers to the cause by your publicly brave and unusual tendency to row around in risky oceans. Becoming just another activist will reduce your impact. Join in “activism” by all means, but never lose sight of your importance as a leader and publicist of the movement. You are famous for being who you are, and that is too valuable to risk losing.

    John
13. susie slanina

    Posted July 23, 2010 at 7:46 PM

    Roz, agree with John on this one. Don’t become just another activist doing “stunty” stuff. I personally have no problem with it, and was about to post it to my facebook page. But I hesitated for some reason. When I scrolled further I saw that John put into words what my hesitation was. Although the cause is worthy, we do not want you to be dismissed as one of the “loony fringe environmentalists”. Your fans would never think that, but there are media outlets that would have a field day lumping you with what they call the nut jobs. Bummer.
14. Connor P

    Posted July 24, 2010 at 6:13 PM

    Remember, for those coastal rowing championships…

    It’s Istanbul, NOT Constantinople

    Connor P
15. John H

    Posted July 25, 2010 at 2:35 AM

    It sounds like you will be busy! Good for you!
    I finally got down and obtained samples of the oil in the Gulf of Mexico: the beaches are cleaned continually and there was no oil in the water at Grand Isle or the Port of Fourchon. This is good news for Louisiana! Police are keeping people off of the beaches though.
16. Norm Grayston

    Posted July 25, 2010 at 1:34 PM

    Hi Roz,
    Good to receive updates from you at any point in time.
    Any nibbles for speaking engagements in Western Canada?
    Norm
17. texino tomas

    Posted July 25, 2010 at 4:21 PM

    “I was fed up with the corporate hi-life; having the proper car and going to the posh places.” (or something like that) How different from these days where we are presenting at the Tiki Tacki resort where we’ll be the guest of Prince Political. Then off to VietNam, a kingdom of plastic where they will serve you a nice fresh fish. You can tell that it’s fresh because they don’t boil the head leaving the the gils and mouth operational while the diners pluck the flesh with chop sticks. Mmmm Yummy. Now when someone speaks of a Rim it would normal to assume a hole in the middle and in the case of the Pacific Rim we find the charming Philippines. Great place to get a tattoo. They have beautiful coral and reef fishes both of which are for sale. You will have a big job convincing those Ecco thugs anything. Roz, I really care about you and I believe you are sincere. I just hope you will see the people at large and not be captured by the first class syndrome because you are heading for the corner of the world where fooling the white person is a matter of pride. Take it easy.
18. susie slanina

    Posted July 25, 2010 at 4:46 PM

    The Roz itinerary is a brilliant idea. This really helps us keep track you. Thanks! (Can’t wait to hear the details of your speaking engagements.)
19. Roz Savage

    Posted July 25, 2010 at 5:02 PM

    Norm – I will be in Vancouver for at least one event. Please check back in on this blog at the start of September for details.

    Texino – oh purleeese. I thought you would know me better by now. If I boycotted every country in the world that indulged in eco-unfriendly practices, I would be doomed to spend the rest of my days confined to my rowboat in the middle of the ocean. How can I try to change the world if I refuse to engage with most of it?
20. jay gosuico

    Posted July 25, 2010 at 8:32 PM

    you rock!
21. Joan in Atlanta

    Posted July 26, 2010 at 5:53 AM

    Fascinating! Maybe we can do a 250cc scooter tour of Atlanta when you’re here. It’s a good TukTuk substitute, except no nice canopy shade.

    Joan
22. Dave 23

    Posted July 26, 2010 at 6:48 AM

    Congrats on your Mount Kinabalu climb. I just recently summited Mount Rainier of the cascade mountain range. The feeling of standing on a summit of such mountains in incomparable. Keep up the good work with 350.org. I attended a rally the organized in Salt Lake City, Utah last year.. They are good people with the right vision of the future.
23. Dave 23

    Posted July 26, 2010 at 6:52 AM

    I visited Phnom Penh in April 1999. Amazing vibrant city full of beautiful people.. Also visited the Tuol Sleng and wept at the site of what I saw there… You should visit Angkor Wat if you haven’t already done so.

    Wishing you all the best on your travels Roz. : )
24. UncaDoug

    Posted July 26, 2010 at 7:54 AM

    Roz, nice rugged boots. Look very similar to my low tops. Keen!
    Aren’t yours the winter model? Are they a bit hot in those climes?
    And the ginormous watch! Please remind us the make and model
25. Birdie

    Posted July 26, 2010 at 9:19 AM

    I don’t agree with John and Susie, I think this stunty stuff is really great, and it looks like a lot of fun too, and I think it fits in with Roz’s image/message just fine! Who cares what other people think, if they label her as nutty activist. I think we’re all nuts using coal and oil energy knowing that we’re killing the planet, animals, and ourselves. Keep it up Roz, this is great!
26. jay gosuico

    Posted July 26, 2010 at 11:42 AM

    jury duty…but vicariously in south east asia compliments of wifi and Roz Savage… how simple some days can be saved
27. Roz Savage

    Posted July 26, 2010 at 2:18 PM

    Something amusing I forgot to mention: the two main brands of beer in Cambodia are Angkor and Anchor. Try pronouncing them out loud. Yup, they sound the same. So to avoid confusion, Angkor is pronounced Ang-kor and Anchor is pronounced An-chor.

    Got it?!
28. Roz Savage

    Posted July 26, 2010 at 2:24 PM

    Hi Dave – hope you enjoy the photos I have just uploaded to Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/rozsavage/sets/72157624589975382/
29. Roz Savage

    Posted July 26, 2010 at 2:26 PM

    Thanks, Birdie. Fear not, I will be continue to follow my instincts as to what is or isn’t right to help the cause. We need to raise awareness any which way we can. Different methods will reach different people.
30. Bart

    Posted July 26, 2010 at 2:33 PM

    nice 2 meet u at FCC, check out my Cambodia Travels Gallery:

    http://gallery.me.com/bartmarcy/100008
31. Roz Savage

    Posted July 26, 2010 at 2:35 PM

    The boots are indeed my beloved Keens. But the watch isn’t mine – it’s Nick’s. Don’t know what it is.

    My watch, though, is highly recommended. Casio G-Shock Pathfinder. Solar powered, with compass, altimeter (useful on mountains) and barometer (useful for doing NASA S’COOL data recording!). Very kindly bought for me by a fan when I lost my previous Pathfinder overboard when the strap broke. I love it!
32. John Kay

    Posted July 26, 2010 at 4:43 PM

    It’s interesting to know how to pronounce them, but more helpful if you could describe how they taste. You never know, I just might get stuck there one day and such vital information could make all the difference!

    Oh, and thank you for the pictures, Roz – excellent as usual.

    John
33. norman miller

    Posted July 26, 2010 at 4:56 PM

    roz—cambodia is one of my favs!!! Sounds like a great time yet depressing with the killing fields and past history…but a great people. I loved Ankor Wat too. if you need any tips about the area drop me a line.
    cheers
    norm
34. Roz Savage

    Posted July 27, 2010 at 1:40 PM

    John – what on earth makes you think I tried them?!

    I had one Anchor. Fizzy. Didn’t try Angkor – so you’ll have to live dangerously and try it yourself if you ever find yourself in PP.
35. Jerry Schaffer

    Posted July 28, 2010 at 3:15 AM

    My wife and I did a similar trip last year a d loved it. Thanks for sharing
36. Laurey Masterton

    Posted July 28, 2010 at 4:32 AM

    You have us all in AWE!!!!!

    Can’t wait to see you here in Asheville.
37. John Kay

    Posted July 29, 2010 at 3:48 AM

    Good news, everyone:
    http://news.yahoo.com/s/ynews_excl/ynews_excl_sc3270
38. Dully

    Posted July 30, 2010 at 1:57 PM

    Roz,
    In your fund raising box at top of page, you say you need money for your final Pacific voyage. I thought you had already made that voyage, and are now off to conquer the Indian Ocean. Please let me know if I am a little mixed up. Thank you…much love….much good fortune.
    Dully

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