The “noble lie” is an age-old concept that dates back to ancient Greece. It was introduced by the famous philosopher Plato in his work, “The Republic.” This fascinating idea is a myth or falsehood that is believed to be necessary for the functioning and stability of a society. It’s a lie that is meant to …
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Guns N’ Roses Sing Civil War Live in Wellington
Guns N’ Roses put on an incredible show and I’m so glad I was able to witness it. The energy in the stadium was electric and the band was on fire. They played some of their classic hits and the crowd was singing and dancing along to every song. When they started playing “Civil War”, …
Kite Festival at Otaki Beach, New Zealand
I recently had the pleasure of attending the Otaki Kite Festival in New Zealand. It was an amazing experience that I will never forget. The festival was held in a large open field, and the sky was filled with colorful kites of all shapes and sizes. It was truly a sight to behold. The atmosphere …
Observing Waitangi Day in Wellington
Every year on February 6th, New Zealand marks the anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi with a public holiday called “Waitangi Day”. The Treaty of Waitangi is often considered to be New Zealand’s founding document. In 1840, representatives of the British Crown and of Māori iwi (tribes) and hapū (sub-tribes) entered into …
Waitangi Weekend Māori Music Showcase
Went to the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa to see the Māori Music Showcase. This was a nice venue that showcased local Māori talent. It was a fun and intimate setting that was nice to see the island people and culture. Related Posts From Windy Wellington to Stunning Auckland: A Kiwi Adventure Takes …
Guns N’ Roses Private Jet
I was at the Wellington airport last week after the Guns N’ Roses concert and much to my surprise was their private jet. I wouldn’t have known it was their jet if it wasn’t for a security guard that clued me in. I thought it was pretty darn cool. Related Posts Guns N’ Roses Live …
Guns N’ Roses Live in Wellington
Got my ticket to watch Guns N’ Roses live in Wellington, New Zealand. This should be a pretty awesome concert in the Sky Stadium. Guns N’ Roses Thu 08 Dec 2022 5.00pm – Gates open 5.30pm – Alien Weaponry 6.20pm – The Chats 7.30pm – Guns N’ Roses Related Posts Guns N’ Roses Live in …
Attack on Pearl Harbor Remembrance
This year for the remembrance of the attack on Pearl Harbor here is the quote from Harry S. Truman from the World War II memorial in Washington D.C. Related Posts Remembering Pearl Harbor: A Day That Lives in Memory A Date Which Will Live in Infamy… Remembering the USS Arizona Memorial: A Journey Through Time …