Monthly Archives: November 2012

I am Thankful Every Day…

Posted on 22/11/2012 by

For my family. This past month has been quite a whirlwind of emotion, a tempest of change, and a herald of a new dawn for my bloodline. As mentioned in previous posts, my Grandparents have recently moved to the other … Continue reading →

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Turisas: Guards of Glory North American Tour 2013

Posted on 16/11/2012 by

I know what I’m doing the 28th of February.

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My Cousin is Flying Around the World

Posted on 16/11/2012 by

I’ve said before that nothing is more important than family. As such, I am devoting this brief page to my cousin Jack’s attempt to circumnavigate the globe. Full details can be found at his webpage here: JVW Aviation Ever since he … Continue reading →

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Dio is Black Sabbath

Posted on 15/11/2012 by

I love Black Sabbath; anyone who loves metal must agree. But if I had to choose between Dio and Ozzy, well, Dio wins every time. His voice is just so flippin’ amazing. And now he’s rocking with the Devil in … Continue reading →

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At the Gates of Vesilahti

Posted on 14/11/2012 by

I just got in from a late showing of Skyfall. Not bad. Much better than the last one, that’s most certain. As I entered my frigid car, for the weather here is getting awful cold, I tried to alleviate my concerns … Continue reading →

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A Blunder at the Tower of London

Posted on 14/11/2012 by

An intruder stole the keys from the Tower of London. Though the keys don’t necessarily open the Tower itself, it is rather impressive that this British landmark is still the target of theft after all these centuries. Time to beef … Continue reading →

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The Coolest Library Since Alexandria

Posted on 13/11/2012 by

Take a look at Book Mountain. This short (3 minute) BBC video describes a pyramid structure in the Netherlands that serves as a public library. Made from sustainable materials and recycled bits, the entire structure is very interesting to behold, and … Continue reading →

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March of the Varangians

Posted on 12/11/2012 by

I think it’s safe to say that I’ve a hard-on for the Middle Ages. I do enjoy all aspects of history from every part of the globe, but when it comes to the collapse of Rome through the fall of … Continue reading →

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Now all I need is a Marauder’s Map…

Posted on 12/11/2012 by

BBC News – Invisibility cloaking in ‘perfect’ demonstration. Interesting article about an invisibility cloak that actually does what it says.

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Spotify Button!

Posted on 08/11/2012 by

Don’t mind me. I’m just figuring out if this fancy Spotify button thing actually works. If it does, swell! It’ll be easier to post songs, with a much better quality, to the Fyrd. Do yourself a favor and see if … Continue reading →

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