Category: April 2023
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Visiting Washington
I hit the ground running after being delayed in Amsterdam. The 10 AM flight from Amsterdam was only 1/2 full, so I got two seats to myself. What a gift that was. I could stretch out, enjoy space, and drink enough water because I could go to the bathroom whenever I needed to. It was…
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Unexpected adventure
As you may know, I am traveling back to the States after 1 1/2 years of being in Sweden. I postponed it for a variety of reasons, but the main one was I thought I would be coming home for good. But I could never quite decide, and now it is summer and hot in…
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Apladalen i Värnamo
The past few days have been like summer. I ran some errands, washed clothes, and cleaned the apartment. Put new sheets on the bed and put a few more things in my suitcase. I am nearby packed and ready to go. Tomorrow, Monday, I will make my way to Malmö for an overnight stay before…
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Feels like summer
What a gorgeous few days, and it will continue until Monday, according to the forecast. It has been 19 degrees warm, which is the high 60s. Rain is coming as I get ready to travel to the USA on Tuesday morning. I am anxious about all the things I need to do and the relative…
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Jönköping adventure
Sunday was an absolutely beautiful day. It’s sunny but a bit cool with the wind that blew across the lake. I had decided to go to church and enjoy the Easter service. Several people spoke about the meaning of the season, and I got to meet several more people. I was greeted warmly and kindly,…
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People watching
At the beginning of the week, I got to do a lot of people watching while at La Soupe. It is located in the daylight basement of a hotel. I took the train down to Malmö Sunday evening and stayed with a friend so I could work two final days. I always meet interesting people…
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Alvesta
Bonus blog this week. I am on the train with the scenery passing quickly as I travel from Värnamo to Malmö. I had a stop over in Alvesta. I have been there a few times at the train station but never had an opportunity to look around. It is considerably smaller than I expected. The…
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Words matter
Spring flowers are popping up all over. There has been some interesting weather to be sure from hail, snow, wind, rain, and sunshine. All the weather in one day can happen in spring. I saw cherry blossoms starting to burst open as well as crocus, daffodils, and snow drops on my way to work in…
Take 2 of Life 