Why I want to go to the North Pole: the full story

My original proposal was limited to 400 words, so I think I'll write a little more to explain just why I am so drawn to northern places, and inevitably, the North Pole. But bear with me, midnight of New Year's Eve approaches... I'll have the full story tomorrow for the new year!

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