May is a lovely month – most Norwegians believe it’s the most beautiful: Never is the grass greener, the tulips bloom and beautiful lilacs spread their intoxicating scent. May is the month of plenty of holidays and nearly summer. It is the month to buy new shoes, summer dresses and […]
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Outdoor Easter Bunny Eggs Hunt
Our family tradition, hunting for Easter Bunny Eggs, is one of my dearest and may be one of the best examples of recreational outdoor activity in the Norwegian woods. Every year the feeling of anticipation and excitement takes me down the memory lane. You may say I’m a bit childish, […]
Read MoreHunting Easter Bunny Eggs outdoors in Norway
The history of Easter Egg Hunting is linked to Pagan traditions, has nothing to do with Christianity, but is a beloved event for kids everywhere. In my family it’s for kids of all ages as we’ve done it since I a little boy and still do it – outdoors of […]
Read MoreHot air balloon and civil aviation in Norway
I thought it was cool and ran out with my mobile phone to capture the moment to share with you: From an article in the local newspaper: Friends from a neighboring town took this southward bound air trip when the wind came a few extra knots from the east – […]
Read MoreBlogger in the Silent City Mdina in Malta
Called Melite, Mdina earlier was the capital of Malta and has its present name from the Arab influence on the region. Mdina means ‘walled city‘ and is called ‘The Silent City’ by the locals because with few inhabitants and almost no vehicle it is totally silent after dark. It’s a […]
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