Comments on: Northern Ireland and Scotland have been added to the world run route – My thoughts on the route ahead.

By: theworldjog

theworldjog — Sun, 19 May 2013 10:55:20 +0000

Hi Lindie, yes I have but many years ago.. The whole issue with the aboriginal communities as you well know is not easy, its complicated. many problems, but we also seem to forget that the white settlers introduced many of those problems. . Alcohol, drugs, modern lifestyle, splitting up aboriginal families. Unfortunately on my route I dont have the time for the tours which I would love to do, my main aim is to run around the world. I find it hard to research what is probably expected of me and as always I rely on the information I get from the people I meet.From what I remember of Songlines every tribe in the Outback has their own unique songs which put together can be a map of sorts, depicting the areas for others to travel the huge vastness that is the Great Outback. It will be one of the first books I reread when this is all over, thanks for this comment.

By: Ann

Ann — Mon, 06 May 2013 22:45:22 +0000

Great plans for the last leg of the route Tony

By: Lindie

Lindie — Mon, 06 May 2013 22:20:28 +0000

Tony – interesting what you say about the aboriginal people. Last time I was in Oz, I bought some wonderful paintings by Aboriginal artists. I love their natural exuberance and the sophisticated sense of colour and shape. Talented people – when they are encouraged.
PS: Have you read “Songlines” by Bruce Chatwin?

By: kevin scanlon

kevin scanlon — Mon, 06 May 2013 17:18:50 +0000

tony, the mention of places on this continent make the whole adventure seem even closer to home. well done. kevin

By: marie france chabert

marie france chabert — Mon, 06 May 2013 10:38:27 +0000

Hi great to see everything is fine for you! have been away from blog but still thinking of you. What a great idea to come back home via Northern Ireland, indeed peaceful messages are always good to hear…
Should be in touch soon with my students… A +
Marie France

By: Fergus

Fergus — Sat, 04 May 2013 10:32:27 +0000

Tony, It’s so refreshing to hear of places like Cork, Galway, Wexford etc. on this website. There’s a long way to go yet but it is so so great to have it on your horizon. It’s stupendous – this dream is on the way !