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07•16•2008
Hey Everyone!
I’m sorry for the delayed update this summer.
After a busy two months (May and June) of writing Russian essays and doing over the phone Russian Interviews, I finally got accepted to go in a Russian Exchange!
I’ll be officially a student of St. Petersburg State University in 2009! I’m SO excited! I will be studying the Russian Language in class, and taking in the awesome Russian Culture (and History!) outside of class. A bonus is that Tsarskoe Selo (nowadays called Pushkin) is only 16 Miles from Campus! (Alexander Palace, here I come!)
Anyways, after I got all of my exchange paperwork finished, I intended on updating this site. It seems however, that I used up all my luck on getting into that Exchange program.
My main computer crashed at the start of July. All my information, media, etc for my updates were lost with the crash. :( Since the initial crash, I've managed to gather a few things together to update the site with for today.
So... getting down to business.
Updates:
I’ve updated the film section with a miniseries from the BBC. Fall Of Eagles is a thirteen part production about the falling dynasties of the 20th Century. Although the series includes other royal houses, it’s primary focus is on the Romanovs. I’ve also included a description of each episode, so for those who just would like to watch the Romanov segments, you can choose those out from the rest of the series.
Also, in the film section, is an updated version of Romanovs: The Imperial Family. I understand that the file sizes of the previous clips were quite large, ranging from 350Mbs to 450Mb a piece. So, I’ve reformatted the film into five parts, approximately 250Mb each clip. Hopefully making for a faster transfer, and less used space on your hard drive. :) I understand there is a bit of a problem with this file. I'm sorry guys! I'm looking into it as I type! I'll keep you posted!
I’ve also updated the documentary section with four new documentaries.
Mystery of the Romanovs by National Geographic, In Search of History - The Romanovs by A&E, Nicholas & Alexandra also by A&E, and Revenge of the Romanovs by HomeVision. Some of you may recognize these titles, and think “Didn’t she already update with those?”... Well, the answer is .. kind of.
I did update the Documentary page accidentally one night as I was working on the coding. I was made aware of my mistake when a kind website viewer asked me why the links on the documentaries were not working. I then realized my mistake and promptly took the page itself down. Sorry for the confusion everyone! The good news is, all of the documentaries are now available and ready for viewing!
I sincerely apologize to everyone for the lack of updates this summer. It was not my intention to leave it for so long, and as soon as my computer is up and running properly again, I will have some better updates.
I’m also sad to say that due to my computer crash, Frozentears.org does not have anything special to offer for today’s historic date. But, I do welcome everyone to take some time tonight to light a candle in Remembrance.
News Update
Last August, news of the new-found Romanov remains hit airwaves. A bustle of discussion and articles were published leaving much up in the air. I recommend keeping on top of current forum discussion at the Alexander Palace Forums for the most current news.
TV Update
I almost forgot to add some very important news! The National Geographic Channel is going to have a new documentary called Finding Anastasia on air July 22nd and 26th, at 10pm ET. There is a trailer for the documentary on National Geographic's site, as well as some further information.
[Here is a link to the site].
If anyone happens to record this documentary and is willing to share, please email me!!!! I would love to add this to our documentary section, and will give full credit to the helper! (And your name goes on the Wall of Contributors!)
If anyone has comments or suggestions, please feel free to email me at lmabee @ frozentears.org
I'll try to get back to you as soon as I can.
Warmest Regards,
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