Modernized Havamal - Verse 83

I've been staying off the computer much of the summer, so I haven't posted The Modernized Havamal Verses the last couple of months. Been connecting with nature and all that good stuff :)

But, I'm back at it and Verse 83 is the next one...enjoy!

 

Drink ale by the fire, and skate on the ice,
buy a rusty car, and a skinny dog.
Fix the car yourself, and fatten up the dog.

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Modernized Havamal - Verse 82

Fell trees on windy days, row out to sea in calm weather,
have affairs in the dark, away from prying eyes in daylight.
Look for speed in a ship, good cover from a shield.
Pick a sword for fighting, and a girl for kissing.

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Read more of Eoghan Odinsson's Modernized Havamal in his new book.

Explore the Havamal - "Tao" of the Vikings The Orient has long shared its ancient wisdom, and so now do the Northmen. Northern Wisdom presents ancient Viking parables and knowledge in a delightfully accessible modern format. Combining Teachings on par with Buddha, Sun-Tzu, Myamoto Musashi, Nicollo Machiavelli & Lao Tzu, The Havamal sheds light on forgotten lore of the dark ages. In the days of the shield-wall, there yet lived poets, scribes and philosophers. In Northern Wisdom you will: Journey through the Mundane and the Mystical passages of the Havamal Discover the famed Hospitality of the Northmen Learn Maxims for respectable conduct Develop the Leadership traits of Heroes Explore tips for safe travel in Dark Ages Europe Uncover lessons for the bravest Warriors Share in the secrets of Odin's Love Quests Tap into the power of Viking Magic

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In this life there are a great many profound questions that have yet to be answered: Are we the first intelligent life in the universe? Why are we here?

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