Textcalibur!

I’m sorry to say that there will be no bitterness or derogatory remarks in this post. This is mostly because this post is not about writing; instead it is a self-congratulatory post and a general notice to those among you who are aware of certain specific details of my life. Should someone find this interesting despite not being part of that crowd, I must express a sincere concern for your lack of hobbies.

My announcement is simple: I have been exempted from military service. This means that I do not have to pack my bags in one month’s time and interrupt everything…again…but can remain in Syria, work on the business and the novel until the cows come home. Or until Finland goes to war, in which case the Finnish government reserves the right to draft me for cannon-fodder duty.

Insert joyously frolicking emoticons here.