You will most likely find me in the forest, next to the lake, reading a book. Just follow the cigar smoke!
I am a lawyer from Germany who went on a sabbatical after 7 years of work. I gave up my law firm not because I wasn’t interested in law any longer, but because I am equally interested in many other fields as well, among them politics, history, economics, philosophy and literature. And as my time on this planet is limited, I thought it would be a shame to stick to one field for all of my life.
Since leaving Germany in 2009, I have lived in London, in Malta and now I live in Lithuania, where I do some secretive work for the Baltic Operational Ground and Underwater Strategy.
I am an avid traveller and I hope to share some of my adventures with you here. I have led youth exchange groups to Israel, helped to fight forest fires in France, repatriated kidnapped children to the United States, crossed the Australian outback, and spent a week at Evin prison in Iran. Knowing myself, more adventures will follow.
Fulfilling a long dream, I am studying for an MA in Philosophy at the Open University and for a BSc in Politics & International Relations at LSE.
Thanks for deciding to read my blog. Please share, comment and criticise – but above all enjoy.
Andreas Moser (moser@moser-law.com)
(Für meine deutschsprachigen Leser habe ich auch einen Blog auf Deutsch.)
Andreas, thanks for visiting our Blog.
I find yours quite interesting and relevant.
As you may have found, reading my Blog, that I am a Bible believing Conservative Christian, love the Jewish people and am an avid supporter of Israel — from the Biblical point of view. We see Biblical evidence of events that are happening today in the Middle East and particularly to the Sovereign Nation of Israel.
I will return to read your Blog again, as I am placing your Blog on my RSS feed.
In Jesus Christ eternally, Jack
Very interesting blog, and reading your ‘about’ it looks like we have a lot in common too (with the great exception of smoking cigars). I’m currently completing my LLM after taking my LLB in London. It is nice to find a blog which offers such a high quality content in comparison to most blogs.
About Your “About Me”
What’s to say in this case? … mmh … Well … That’s very, really, very interesting and, so revealing as well … I’m totally impressed … Do you know why? Yes? … No? … It’s simple! You did the right thing by giving up the Law-Thingy and, you’re perfectly right: there are so many other things to do and in some case: life can be short! that’s … well, that’s the only reason why I’m that impressed … Congratulation for this good decision!!!
Stay good and be good, as usual and, enjoy the day
otto just
Coincidentally, I am just reading “Into the Wild” by Jon Krakauer which I highly recommend about this subject of leaving “normal life” and living your dreams. I have much more of this kind to do!
I recently finished reading this book too, and I’m still not quite sure what to think about the young man’s motivation to abandon “normal life” and voluntarily exposing himself to life-threatening situations. I believe that life is God-given and with it we are given responsibilites of taking good care of ourselves and the ones close to us. Overall a very ecocentric endeavour of his, causing his family so much pain (ok, many of us do so to some extent, in our youthful recklessness).
I was moved though in the end, when it became apparent that he was regretful, wanted to quit his hermit lifestlye and get back in touch with his family – but no longer could. In his own words, he finally became “trapped in the wild”.
Leading an unconventional life need not be full of life-threatening adventures. It’s rather about making the most of your time and your talents, I think.
Adding to Otto Just and perpetualux, SoundEagle would like to commend on your resolve to learn more about life and to refrain from being circumscribed by one’s initial chosen vocation —– and hence the impetus for SoundEagle’s multidisciplinarity, as you can observe from visiting SoundEagle’s website.
SoundEagle hopes that you continue to do very well and find fulfillment in whatever you enjoy doing and savouring, especially through “politics, law, philosophy, history, books, travel”.
I don’t know how I landed up here… But its great to read your blog. Subscribed already!
Hi Andreas, just bumped into your blog today. At first, I thougt: “That’s clearly a German name, how can he write such a good English?” It seems we have a few things in common: Travelling (I live in a caravan), anti-feminism, a hunger for knowledge. Keep up the good work.
Anti-feminism? Afraid of female power and independence? The spineless usually are.
The spineless are usually feminists ? Yep, I agree.
Great outlook and philosophy – it is a rarity to see someone turn to classical studies in the self-centered times we live in. Good luck to you!
Hello, Andreas. I’m glad to have read you blog, and will certainly watch out for the next posts. It’s always good to read people’s views on things that most people don’t (bother to) notice.
Cheers to you for choosing to LIVE and not just exist among the billions of people in our planet. It’s a blessing to be able to do so. (I suppose a lot of the usual folks would want to do the same if time, money, and especially family issues were not big factors to consider.)
Wish you the best in your journey.
Dear Andreas
It is really interesting that u have been to Evin ( Iran)
I saw u in For Neda documentary and then found your blog, by the way, I am an Iranian woman and feel same things with Neda.
best wishes
Mehr
Hi Andreas, I’m happy to know you and to read about you and your life in your blog. I think one of the next destination for your travels should be Italy! I was born in a ancient greek town called “Akragas”, Empedocle’s country born. I wish you would know Empedocle, he’s one of the most known philosophers, do you know him?
What’s to say in this case? … mmh … Well … That’s very, really, very interesting and, so revealing as well … I’m totally impressed … Do you know why? Yes? … No? … It’s simple! You did the right thing by giving up the Law-Thingy and, you’re perfectly right: there are so many other things to do and in some case: life can be short! that’s … well, that’s the only reason why I’m that impressed … Congratulation for this good decision!!!
+1
thanks for stopping by blog. me in the states and you are in the uk. wow the internet makes everything seem closer lol. i glad to see that even though you are a lawyer you can still relate to the common folk.
Thanks! Yeah, I am one of the rare cool lawyers. :-)
I just saw your comment to the new american arts entry and I was intrigued enough to come visit your blog! Yes, they have thought things out so well in all parts of the world, haven’t they?
Andreas–No, I will never forget your motto. M problem is that I’m still waiting to go on my way up. By my age already, it doesn’t look like it’s going to happen. Very nice blog. Welcome to Malta on Dec 1st! Is it possible I had you as an EFL student once? Can’t be. Best wishes–
Ilene from An-American-in-Malta.com.
Good job…Keep it up!!
Hi Andreas!
Would you be interested in sharing your move to Malta with a tv series? Our show is currently looking for professionals that are moving to different cities. If you are interested in learning more, please email me at melissagrassi@leopardfilms.com
Many thanks!
Melissa Grassi
Hi Andreas,
Can you give us an update for the new year? How has going back to school been for you? And after reading ‘Into the Wild,’ did you then read ‘Into thin Air’? Interesting to compare the two quests.
Look forward to reading how things are going for you
Melanie
Oops! You can tell I am new to WordPress! With the click of a button I found your December writings! Sorry about that, and happy new year-I’m off to read them!
Melanie
I love your Malta pictures, and I have a feeling I’ll like the rest of your blog after I’ve gone through all the entries. :)
Dear Andreas
Thanks for visiting my blog. We can share knowledge through the blogs. Happy new year
Um, can I just say that you are really attractive? lol :) But that’s not why I love the blog, of COURSE :p
Thanks. :-)
your experience sounds very interesting.. what’s your most impressive things during your trips?
I am most impressed by beautiful nature (Yosemite National Park in California, USA is so far the most beautiful place I have been to) and by the hospitality and friendliness of strangers.
I myself have wonderful childhood memories of Yosemite – that’s where my grandparents, dad and aunts spents their summers. It is such a spiritually wonderful place.
Andreas, follow your dream – that is what makes life wonderful!
how old are you?
I am 36 at the moment.
Cool blog. I’d love to travel and write as you do in a couple of years time.
Thank you!
I wanted to reply “don’t wait until later” but then I noticed that you are still young and that you live in Australia. It’s a beautiful place (I was in Adelaide on student exchange in 1992 and I loved the nature of Australia), but not a good base for travelling because you always need a bloody expensive plane or boat if you want to leave. Try to get out when you go to university; studying abroad is always a good excuse for travelling.
Thanks for the advice. Thinking about a linguistic/journalism course that’ll sponsor me to go to Germany next year. Using central Europe as a base would be ideal.
That would be great indeed. Germany is interesting in itself, but also a perfect base to explore all of Central Europe. You can hop on a cheap train to Prague or Warsaw or Vienna, or hitch a ride to Amsterdam or Brussels or take a coach to Paris or Copenhagen.
Good luck!
I have to say…I’m not the biggest fan of smokers. OR lawyers :P But you’ve given it a break and decided to do other things and you love travel and…you’ve spent a week in a prison in Iran (now I want to read about that!)?!? Yeah, you’re exactly a normal person, and definitely not the common type of lawyer – which is greatttt!!!!!!!
Thank you very much for the compliment! :-)
The reports about the week in prison are here.
oh, next step is Lith? lool, i ll drop you a msg if i come. p.s. i visited Malta at the end of this May, it’s fabulous! i love blug lagoon best :)
Hello Andreas – love your blog! May I ask what type of literature you read? I won’t ask about a ‘single favorite book’ because every reader knows that it doesn’t exist!
I read novels and books about history and politics. I will just list a few of my favourite novels, maybe this will give an impression: Martin Eden, Catch 22, The Magic Mountain, The Trial, Measuring the World, The Confederacy of Dunces, Jakob the Liar. As my mother tongue is German, you will notice that there are quite a few German authors, whose works I actually read in German of course.
Roughly 50% of the lawyers I’ve known have been soul-sucking demons that many claim them to be. The other 50% were quite decent, actually.
And it’s rather nice to see a fellow cigar smoker. :)
Hi Andreas! Very nice the way you live your life. I hope it becomes an inspiration to all, we have to enjoy our lifes…. For your next trip, my suggestion is Brasil…. the paradise is here! ;-)
I wish you would write something about cigars, your taste, your favorites, and your experiences of smoking them in the outdoors. Many thanks.
Based upon your request, I even wrote a poem about cigars: http://andreasmoser.wordpress.com/2012/12/04/poetry-slam-1-cigar/
Hi Andreas, this is such a good idea for a blog, do you know which country you’ll be living in next? What an adventure, it sounds brilliant :)
I don’t know yet where I will go next. I will be in Lithuania at least until summer 2013 and I usually only think about the next step a few months before it’s time to pack and move again. Suggestions are welcome!
i like people who think outside the box. please rad the e mail i sent to you.
richard
I also like phylosophy,… good to know. :)
Greetings from Transilvania (North part of Romania)
I pick a new idea of blog which consist on personality, taughts, interests, profession and many more
Greetings from US. You definitely have an interesting blog. I have been through two of your posts and quite inspired. Will be back soon for more.
Cheers!
Hi just read your about me and tow of ur blogs…and its really interesting… i too love traveling and people with adventurous stories and all the sharing of their experiences inspire me… keep up the good work. stay blessed.
such an interesting personality you are and I am glad I came across your profile while nominating you for Versatile blog award and share some smile across…we share similar values to make people smile..you are amazing and doing really awesome and very noble things ..I am impressed and hope in that last pic of your I was the one who was interviewing you :)
Really I must follow what you are doing next as I want to see myself doing things like you have already done but I am doing in my own pace …and the book you suggested (yes I read comment section as well..lol) – “Into the Wild” by Jon Krakauer, I guess if that’s what you are doing then I got to say that I must read :) Hope you have a fun journey …
And if we ever cross paths then I will definitely interview you :)
Thank you very much for your kind words! I also enjoy your blog very much and i hereby recommend it to my readers.
I am sorry that I haven’t been writing too much recently, but I have university exams next week and I am working on my dissertation, so I have been a bit too busy. But it will get better again and then I will write more about my travels around Eastern Europe.
I am looking forward as well to bump into you on one of our journeys!
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Interesting blog!
Hi!! I have nominated you for the Versatile Blogger’s Award! Click the link to find out how to accept the award!
http://thevintagepostcard.wordpress.com/2013/05/14/versatile-blogger-award/