February 2012
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The Gods of the Copybook Headings
AS I PASS through my incarnations in every age and race, I make my proper prostrations to the Gods of the Market Place. Peering through reverent fingers I watch them flourish and fall, And the Gods of the Copybook Headings, I notice, outlast them all. We were living in trees when they met us. They showed us each in turn That Water would certainly wet us, as Fire would certainly burn: But we...
sodomies asked: Your blog is lovely.
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Free MIT class →
This is pretty fantastic I think. The same idea as building libraries: Those interested in learning will find this and prosper.
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January 2012
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Travel destinations
Looking for a new travel destination and drawing an absolute blank. Haven’t had a real vacation in a year, just relaxing, and trying to figure out where to go. Criteria are:
Good food
Culture
Not too expensive (i.e. not NYC…)
No visa required for Swedish citizens
What are your tips?
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Wonderful piece on dads →
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Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Edinburgh →
The Scottish National Gallery of Modern art is breathtaking and a must see when visiting Edinburgh. There are two other National Galleries that are a must see as well, the Scottish National…
Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway, England →
I had long wanted to pursue my dream of taking a sightseeing trip on a train, and my research led me to the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway in England. My journey would begin in Hythe,…
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I've got a good feeling about 2012. There better...
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December 2011
27 posts
Happy New Year! →
2011 has been a great year for Eyeflare.com: We published over 300 articles ranging from travel tips to quirky destinations to enjoy, we grew traffic by 70% compared to 2010, and got many…
Fonthill Castle, Doylestown →
Fonthill in Doylestown, Pennsylvania built between 1908 and 1912 is the castle home of archeologist, scholar and ceramist, Henry Chapman Mercer. This castle made of hand mixed concrete…
Elizabeth Morse Genius Children's Garden, Chicago →
Now that you are in the “windy city” of Chicago and have done the normal tourist attritions and museums it is time to have some hands on fun with the kids. Garfield Park Conservatory is…
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parislemon: Dear Google+ →
parislemon:
Earlier today I noticed something funny. My Google profile picture — the picture associated with my Gmail account, my GChat account, my Google+ account, etc — had vanished. A bug? Nope.
It turns out, Google — without telling me — went into my account and deleted my profile picture. Why?…
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Merry Christmas 2011 →
December 24, Christmas Eve, is the traditional day of Christmas in Scandinavia. So, my Christmas greetings go out to you all today!
I hope you all have a wonderful time wherever you are in…
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The Ruby Falls, Chattanooga →
Located on Lookout Mountain, just a few minutes drive from Chattanooga, Tennessee, a visit to Ruby Falls is an awesome experience. At 145 feet deep, this thundering, underground waterfall…
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The Jack Stack Barbeque Restaurant, Kansas City →
Americans often identify themselves by their barbecue preferences, and one of the most well-known styles of barbecue is Kansas City barbeque. The Jack Stack Barbeque Restaurant, Kansas…
Liberty Memorial, Kansas City, MO →
If you are visiting Kansas City, Missouri, the Liberty Memorial has to be on the top of your list to visit. Whether or not you had someone from your family who fought in World War I, it…
St Jerome's Laneway Festival, Australia →
St. Jerome’s Laneway Festival began in Melbourne in 2004. It was the brainchild of Jerome Borazio and Danny Rogers to create a music festival that would find what was new and great in music…
The Louvre Museum, Paris →
The Louvre Museum in Paris is a must-see for any museum aficionado, but even novice art fans should spend at least a day there for three reasons: the Mona Lisa, the Winged Victory of…
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Big Day Out festival, Australia →
Founded almost twenty years ago by Ken West and Vivian Lees, the Big Day Out music festival in Australia has become one of the world’s most well- known and popular annual music events….
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“If English was good enough for Jesus Christ, then it is good enough for Texas...”
– Rick Perry on Spanish being taught in Texas schools (via itsmistastealyogurrl)
Yeah, because they totally all spoke English in the Middle East. The country that would one day be know as England didn’t even speak English as we know it today. What a dipshit.
(via firststarontheright)
O.O
Rick...
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“There will be, in the next generation or so, a pharmacological method of making...”
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Mercer Museum, Doylestown →
Welcome yourself to the idiosyncratic mysterious world of archaeologist Henry Chapman Mercer in your visit to the Mercer Museum - a poured-in-place castle and museum designed by the man…
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“There are two kinds of people; those you like to sleep next to the wall and...”
– Etgar Keret (via gwendolynthegreat)
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National Army Museum, London →
While visiting London, army history buffs and general interest seeking visitors will want to stop by the free National Army Museum. Open every day from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM (excluding December…
Mission Bay, San Diego, California →
With more than 4,000 acres of bicycle paths, public parks, and bay, San Diego’s Mission Bay is a fun, family friendly destination that you’re sure to enjoy. There are also all types of…
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The Leaning Tower of Pisa →
The town of Pisa nestles into a quiet valley in the northwest of Italy, and for the most part follows the patterns of towns in that area of the world - cobbled streets, outside…
November 2011
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Kensington with kids →
Kensington, as well as being home to some of the most exclusive hotels and upmarket boutiques, is one of the best places in London to take children to. Apart from the inherent safety and…
Buda Castle, The Royal Palace in Budapest →
The Budapest Royal Palace, also known as the Royal Castle or Buda Castle dominates the city skyline, particularly when its 304 metre facade is lit at night, from its vantage point on Buda…
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Taking the Ghan Train, Australia →
The “outback” of Australia is a fascinating place with lots of red-colored landscapes and lush green fields stretching out across the horizon. One great way to see the outback is by…
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Tate Liverpool →
Tate Liverpool is a modern art gallery with one of the largest collections outside of London, and is a sister museum of London’s Tate Modern and Tate St Ives. Admission is free, except…
Wisconsin Veterans Museum →
Wisconsin Veterans Museum, Madison, is a very famous military museum which has exhibits spanning from the Civil War up to the present time. You will find an amazing amount to look at when you visit…
Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical... →
Visit the Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens, in San Marino, California. It’s a short drive from Pasadena and Los Angeles.It is more than just a library; it is a…
Diocletian's Palace, Split, Croatia →
When you make a visit to Diocletian’s Palace you will be able to experience a palace built in Roman times. It was built only 300 years after Christ. The emperor Diocletian actually built…
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Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico →
Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico is a great adventure! This national park really brings you close to nature. The Carlsbad Caverns are, unlike most caves created by running…