After a hot morning at the beach, we returned to an apartment with no air-con, no fans, and what’s worse, no Internet!
A gecko had found its way into our breaker box. Poor thing was bloated and swollen from head to tail, eyes glued open like it drank a case of Red Bull. Don’t worry… we took a photo.
After the drama, I returned to my computer and realized how much I depend upon that encapsulated mess of metal and buttons. And really, the main function it serves is my social life. For example…
Two nomadic bloggers left our flat yesterday. And how did we meet them? The Internet. This wasn’t the first time I’ve dared to invite ‘net acquaintances into my life. One invitation has since led to a very close and trusted friend.
I wouldn’t call Tynan and Todd close and trusted friends yet, but that’s because I’ve only known the blogging duo for a total of three days. That said, if they come through Hong Kong again, they’ve got first dibs on our spare rooms.
Tynan in particular has an interesting claim to fame: world renown pickup artist. Yeah, you know, the kind of guy who charms his way into any girl’s heart. But the surprising thing is that by all respects he comes across as a man of morals and genuine kindness. The way he played with Maeli was like a professional child entertainer, not a nightclub shark.
I didn’t know Tynan was a pickup artist when I invited him to stay with us. So when this juicy tidbit of information was revealed, we had a good debate about the validity and fairness of the trade, or should I say “game.” He claims to have taught men how to have more self confidence and groom themselves into an attractive package. Ever seen Hitch? Tynan is a white Will Smith (well, maybe that is taking things a bit far). Still though, Tynan starred as Herbal in the best selling book The Game. And if that’s not enough, his other exploits include setting up a huge swimming pool in his living room (for his hoped-for pet penguin), sleeping only 2 hours a day for over 4 months, living in an RV so he can be closer to his favorite restaurant, earning a living as a professional gambler, and making plans to be cryogenically frozen when mortality finally catches up with him. Did I mention he’s vegan?
Not to be outdone, Todd has been traveling the world in only five-toed barefoot running shoes.
Intrigued? Then check out Todd and Tynan’s website. You’ll read how they sold all their worldly possessions and are currently traveling the world with nothing but a hell of a lot of spunk and two backpacks.
