On December 26, 1999, Jeff Nyveen and his wonky new iBook left Houston for Australia. A few time zones later, they arrived, and the e-mail started flowing.
Jeff has a way with words, although he kept it under wraps until now. When I suggested that his messages might be adored by millions, he agreed. His letters will appear here as they arrive, lightly edited for grammar and spelling only. Here's what he had to say when I suggested that this Web page be set up:
I think I could always write, but only when I have something worthwhile to
say. That's why I always got Bs on all of my bullshit high school and
college papers.I plan to write regularly, and that would be cool. I'd prefer if you
implemented an Oracle database to catalog each e-mail, but plain text will be
fine.It would be really cool if you could set up a page for people to send me
money so I could support myself.
Jeff is a bit of a smart-ass. But he himself admits as much on his own Web page.
Oddly enough, some people are so impressed with Jeff that they do want to send him money. The best way to do so is to mail the checks to his Houston home, so our mommy can deposit them for him.
E-mail Jeff for the address, which used to be here but which was removed.
Stalkers and wannabes need not ask for the address, although if you're a hot chick with personality, I suspect you'd be welcome once Jeff gets back home.
In case you need an Australia geography primer, here's a big map.
Click on the time stamps below to view his correspondence. You can e-mail him at nyveen@bigfoot.com.
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Wed, 23 Feb 2000 14:10:12 +1100 (Pictures!)
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