Christmas Musik
When it comes to public opinion, “Christmas Music” can be a real conversation divider. There’s a radio discussion forum I participate in , for example, which seems evenly divided at … Read the rest “Christmas Musik”
Sverige
For most of my life, I’ve been fascinated by Sweden. It started with ABBA, of course. Then I discovered their approach to how society should operate matches with my mine. Then I visited and discovered the beauty of the place, and the awesome people. Music, literature, film.
Fika och Choklad
“Is there anyone here who is Swedish?’, the young woman on stage asked tonight at Sydney’s Arthouse Hotel. As much as I was tempted to reply “yes”, I figured it … Read the rest “Fika och Choklad”
Luciatåg i Sydney
Over the years I’ve seen and read a fair bit about the Lucia Day celebrations in Sweden. Until today, however, I’ve never actually seen one in the flesh. It was … Read the rest “Luciatåg i Sydney”
Systembolaget Surry Hills
“What a beautiful t-shirt you have”, said the woman behind the bottle-shop counter. I reminded her we’d met once before in similar circumstances, and she’d said something similar.
Four years … Read the rest “Systembolaget Surry Hills”
Same, But Different
“I’m sorry, I have absolutely no idea who you are…” is the kind of phrase you never really want to hear. especially when it’s delivered by someone you’ve known for … Read the rest “Same, But Different”
Bawley Point
This weekend I travelled “down the coast” to Bawley Point, for the first time in fourteen years. The last time I was there was when Damien and I had our … Read the rest “Bawley Point”