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Photograph of Earth taken from Voyager 1 1990 From this distant vantage point, the Earth might not seem of any particular interest. But for us, it's different. Consider again that dot. That's here. That's home. That's us. On it everyone you love, everyone you know, everyone you ever heard of, every human being who ever … Continue reading XVI: Quote of the day: Carl Sagan [& Space]
A Dream A final touch completed his model; A castle of ice on glowing brimstone. He smiled upon the impossible His thought had changed the world. - F H Hakansson
Eyes "I have seen the end, and the future of mankind. I tell of visions and warn leaders of demise, yet who heeds the call of a blind and poor monk?" - F H Hakansson
ALARM at 6 AM "Awake, awake, a dawn awaits. Do not look left, do not look right, keep all heads straight, or fall behind. * Work and toil, tomorrow's another chore. But know of reward and promise at last when soil falls upon your brow." - F H Hakansson
I feel bad since it's technically the 13th right now - but it is still the 12th in some time zones soooo - here I go! It'll be something quick since I've been away all day (literally) since morning. Just went home for 40 min to eat before going to see The Hobbit. I enjoyed it more … Continue reading XII: Mastering Swedish
There is a post by Matt Haig over at Booktrust called "Everything you wanted to know about being a writer (but were afraid to ask)." It's funny, genuine, and I love it. It's getting a lot of response and is well worth your time. Please - go over there and read it! [http://www.booktrust.org.uk/writing/online-writer-in-residence/blog/496/] Also, here's a … Continue reading XI: Interesting read of the day: Everything you wanted to know about being a writer
Art A flower did blossom but none watched its grace. A framed flower hung in a foyer. All stopped to praise its beauty. - F H Hakansson
After spending exactly 7 h editing (boy am I tired) I can't write a poem. Not mentally anyway. Instead I'm bringing to your attention a piece of technology, or rather technology-in-progress, which could very well change our lives in an extremely profound way in less than 50 years. NASA is working on a faster than light warp-drive, … Continue reading IX: Interesting read of the day: NASA’s FTL Warp-Drive
Human Will He took another bite, moaned to himself, and closed his eyes to dare dream of pleasure. Beyond brick walls; an explosion that shook Earth, and the sound of muted fire. - F H Hakansson
Found this while browsing the "Writing" section of reddit. It's short and straight to the point. - F H Hakansson
F. H. Hakansson 