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Gollum

Everybody Has Their Demons

There are myriad personal problems, demons if you will, that affect all of us. We fight them in different ways as we watch our society promote the very elements that hide and harbour these demons.

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Jan Braai

The Braait Spark – 2011 Heroes #1

Jan ‘Braai’ Scannel, widely known as Jan Braai, is the founder and force behind National Braai Day, Braai for Heritage day and the recent restoration of the Glory of the Braai.

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Orc (nz)

The Footsoldiers Of Rugby

The loose forward has been given a hard time over the last few seasons. With the exception of the front row at scrum time, the loosies have had to work hardest to adapt to the laws as they have changed, despite the fact that the players have contributed to these changes being made.

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Weekly Favourite #2: AONC – The Art Of Non-Conformity

Chris Guillebeau is a fascinating case. He is a marvelous storyteller. He pursues his passions and sticks to what he loves.

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Jonny King

Guest Post #1: iamjonnyking Exclusive – “Crusaders To Take The Super Rugby”

I converse with bloggers, travellers and rugby fans all over the globe. I like to inquire about swapping posts and Jonny King (pictured below) is a loud, opinionated, impassioned and (sometimes) articulate Kiwi, who manages content for Backing Black, while writing his own personal blog. Here is his why he believes the ‘Saders can and should win the inaugural Super 15.

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Fishing Frenzy: 2011 Starts Very Well!

Regular readers and friends should know I am nuts about my fishing. Well, it looks like 2011 could see the stars align and get me firing off to some exotic destinations with the Wildfly team to do some angling with rugby greats.

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WP V Sharks @ The Toad

Weekly Favourite #1: A Pub

Everybody has a favourite pub. It’s either a local, a spot of choice on faraway trips, or a once-visited gem that lives on in the memory.

I have small percentage of ownership in mine, but then I am proud to say that I own my favourite pub!

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The Dream Car Has Arrived

It’s a thing of great Beauty!

Not everyone’s cup of tea, I know, but my Toyota Land Cruiser 76 series arrived today. (Don’t worry haters, it’s not endorsed and fully paid for by me). To say I am over the moon is an understatement.

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