No doubt, the majority of those placed on the UN roster for employment after the YPP/NCRE exams in 2010 are beginning to understand why my advice has always been to be patient. Some have been lucky and were recruited sooner then others but many remain either frustrated with the pace…
Category: Thoughts
“The Air Up There”, our Swiss Alps adventure
We set out on our recent adventure with little information about the significance of our choice of destination. What we discovered was a whole new world in Lauterbrunnen, a village town in the canton of Bern in Switzerland. The town, set in the picturesque setting is hub to those wishing…
Late summer grill, the perfect ending
The barbeque grill has a long history. Since arriving in Geneva, we have always wanted to try but was a little apprehensive about the whole thing. We knew it was a usual summer past time but our apprehension ranged from how to use the grill to whether we were allowed…
A flash of nostalgia, remember Monty Jackson?
As a little boy growing up in Papua New Guinea, I remember my dad hustling the whole family to watch a gospel concert at the Port Moresby stadium. I clearly remember everyone being very excited while I was bewildered; clearly missing the whole point. Besides, I was not musically talented…
Our little heaven on earth
There are striking similarities between Geneva, Switzerland and Honiara, Solomon Islands. And of course, the massive, gigantic differences that exist between the two cities. But on my thoughts on similarities, one that stands out most obviously is the simple fact that to appreciate the beauty of this magnificent country, you…
American Idol; Gotta love Jaycee’s simplicity
I follow American Idol and I admit I miss Simon Cowell. Thankfully Aerosmith frontmen Steve Tyler adds his own unique twist to the show and is a welcome addition to the show. Funny as she may have been, Ellen is gone and the somewhat “snobbish and aloof” Kara is a…