Lianne in the Big World
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The linked headstones of two lovers who refused to let go, even in Death
Until 40 years ago, Catholic and protestant establishments in the Netherlands were separate from one another as a result of Pillarisation, a widespread politico-denominational segregation. Churches, supermarkets, and other public places were segregated by religious and political beliefs.
All of this sets the scene to the story of Protestant Colonel J.C.P.H of Aeffderson and Catholic noblewoman J.W.C Van Gorkum. Their marriage would’ve caused a storm of scandal back in the 19th century. Not only was it religiously mixed, but they were from two very different social classes. However, despite all of the taboo in 19th century society, the couple’s marriage lasted for 40 years, only ending with the colonel’s death.
Eight years later, when his wife passed away, her wishes dictated that she wanted to be buried next to her husband. Pillarisation was still in effect at the time, and according to the law, this was impossible. However, with a little creative stonework, both Husband and wife were linked eternally together in a different way.
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Is benedict cumberbatch unintentionally doing the vlog brothers sign here?
What is happening…where is this from…people don’t just UNINTENTIONALLY do the Nerdfighter sign…either he was told to do this or…or…
OR HE IS A NERDFIGHTER, HANK. (Source.)
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Star Trek is nearly 50 years old now and it’s been around for so long because I think it offers hope for us as a species. The thing people have always been attracted to (with Star Trek) is the idea that we might live beyond this age of conflict and uncertainty. And it’s not only that, but it’s also the ability to work together and live in a world where everyone is accepted no matter who you are.
The original series with Gene Roddenberry was incredibly progressive. It started barely 20 years after the end of World War II, with a Japanese officer aboard the Enterprise, a black woman in charge of an entire division, and a Russian on board—albeit in subordinate roles, but it was an incredibly progressive move. It offered this utopian idea of cooperation and that’s always going to be something to strive toward until we actually achieve it. In that respect, Star Trek will never go out of fashion.
Simon Pegg, about Star Trek. (via svealand)
(Source: brianyw)
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So apparently russia is super pissed because Azerbaijan didn’t give them points during Eurovision. Azerbaijan’s president has ordered an inquiry into how the votes went missing (russia was supposed to get 10 points) This is a serious news item. Omg.
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it’s 2013 why can’t i delete friends in real life
ok so it turns out what i was thinking of is called murder
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”[W]hen we launch in a territory the Bittorrent traffic drops as the Netflix traffic grows. So I think people do want a great experience and they want access – people are mostly honest. The best way to combat piracy isn’t legislatively or criminally but by giving good options. One of the side effects of growth of content is an expectation to have access to it. You can’t use the internet as a marketing vehicle and then not as a delivery vehicle.
Ted Sarandos, Chief Content Officer at Netflix (via laliberty)
Look, someone who gets it.
(via knitmeapony)
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and the award for the best use of that gif in human history goes to whoever made this.
(Source: idiotsonfb)
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vosje asked: Jon Snow, Robb Stark, Loras Tyrel
Fuck - Jon Snow
Marry - Robb Stark (Jon Snow seems a bit too gloomy for that)
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So i was looking through my old Images folder when I stumbled upon this here…
What the...
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hlep
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huffledorkable asked: Hi Arne, remember the new year's gathering, we played the "who am i" game, did you write "Arya Stark" for someone, because I think you wrote it and I still have that one, it's my bookmark and now it's signed by Maisie Williams :)
Yes, I did! I wrote that for Natalie. Oh man, this is neat and feels slightly unreal.
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So we went to the opening of the Game of Thrones exhibit in Amsterdam to see some of the cast and...
