My roots are sunk deep into the Finnish soil. My father was
from Viipuri, Karjala, that beloved portion of Finland that was given to Russia
in order to make an end to war. My mother was from Petäjävesi,
Häme, a region of introspective, reserved people. I myself was born and
grew up in Pohjois-Karjala (North Karelia), in its capital Joensuu. I was
immersed in the Finnish culture, as anyone would be in his own, and it is this
Finnishness that remains my guiding light. I truly have a rich heritage, as
can be learned from these pages.
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Most recent revision: March 1, 2007