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Uncomfortable with handicapped in the pool?

Published on 24 November, 2007 By Vikingsson

I am almost without words after reading this article about wounded vets driven from a public pool. Imagine having barely survived the horror of war in defense of your country only to be shunned when you return home because of your injuries. The debate isn’t about the war being right or wrong (I say it [...]

Language Day and the Icelandic Identity

Published on 23 November, 2007 By Vikingsson

Happy Icelandic Language Day. Icelanders celebrate their unique and ancient language. Few people outside of Iceland can speak the language but it is the language of the Vikings and the sagas. Preserve your heritage. Eygló states that the language can sound harsh to outsiders but I think it sounds fine and less harsh than many [...]

And now a word from our sponsors

Published on 20 November, 2007 By Vikingsson

And now a word from our sponsors. Commercials are only interesting from other countries and in a different language.

The bus is not your enemy

Published on 20 November, 2007 By Vikingsson

The bus is not your enemy and the car crazy Icelanders.  Recycling old cars, taking the bus, and alternatives fuels.