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For Thor |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia 
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Thor is no more. No, I do not mean the Norse god of War. or the god of Thunder. But the great adventurer who sailed the seas to prove his theories of how the ancients may have traveled across the mighty seas. No, he wasn't the Thor who wielded the hammer called Mjollnir. This Thor rode the waves on Kon Tiki and Ra. Sail away Thor, to the land of Forevermore, and know that you will be remembered as a magnificent modern day hero. Thor, Norwegian adventurer, Man of the Seas. Thor Hyerdahl sailed peacefully away to his final port of call today, April 18, 2002. |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Beautiful tribute....YES...he certainly is something...being able to do all of that.. One man against so many elements... |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Hi Magnus. Thanks for reading and commenting. Thor Hyerdahl's adventures were astounding, and I remember reading the Kon Tiki and Ra stories many years ago, and marveling at one man's incredible bravery and determination. And he continued to research and share his knowledge, right up to the end. |
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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Wonderful tribute, Midnitesun. I remember way back reading about Thor and the story had a picture of him on the raft. I'll never forget that, for some reason it's stuck with me all these years. Thanks for sharing this. All writing comes |
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paladin
since 2001-08-05
Posts 930Pensacola,Fl. |
He now sails forever in the endless sea of stars.Farwell explorer eternity awaits you. paladin |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Kacy...may I echo paladin? And add....well done! ~Hugs~ |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggssssss) Oh Kacy, this is soooooo beautifully touching, sweet friend, I just love how you write such wonderful tributes to true modern heroes who have influenced us so much! (kiss on cheek) May peace always rest with him and may he always be remembered with all our hearts, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Kacy, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Lone wolf, so nice to have a visit from you! Yes, I read his adventure stories, and was encouraged by his determination to follow his dreams. Paladin, so nice to see you here again. Yes, Thor sails now with the other great ones. Nancy, thanks! Thor really was a 'real life' giant. Noah, thank you. I can't let the passing of a great adventurer go without a comment. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Kacy, You know how to put a smile on my face. I heard this on the news in my office today and immediately thought of you writing a poem in his honor. I'm so thrilled you didn't let me down. And you forgot RaII. So would that make his final voyage RaIII? What an incredible man. I can't believe his courage and genuine interest in history. I will always treasure his memory and how he has inspired me. Travel in small vessels on large bodies of water strike me with sheer terror, but through him I traveled there anyway. Thank you so much Kacy for this tribute. Bravo!!!  It's never too late to have a good childhood! Woohoo! |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Larry, you make me  and want to give you a big  I'm glad I didn't disappoint. Yes, I knew about Ra2,but couldn't get that far into this one today. Your Ra finale thought is funny, I'll bet he would have enjoyed that bit of humor. Yes, he was an amazing man, and I'm sorry most teenagers today are asking Thor who? It's a good time for some positive history lessons. Hope the teachers 'round the globe take a moment to discuss his contributions, and honor a great adventurer and world citizen. God knows they could sure use more examples like him in the media. |
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