A little bit of Sweden in Perth
It’s mid-afternoon in Perth, and I’m back in my room with the fan on maximum rotation trying to cool down after an interesting and busy day.
I started the day … Read the rest “A little bit of Sweden in Perth”
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.
Year In Review 2011
It’s been a funny year. It’s been a mixed year. It’s been a year of ups and downs. Mostly it’s been a pretty good year, though there have been times. … Read the rest “Year In Review 2011”
Merry Christmas
Normally we would have lunch with extended family at my sister’s place, but we broke with tradition this Christmas. This year, we went to my niece’s place to have lunch … Read the rest “Merry Christmas”
You know it’s Christmas in a week and a day…
“Wrap myself in paper” by Magnus Carlsson has been my favourite “Christmas song” for the last few years. I discovered it at about the time I discovered the broader Magnus … Read the rest “You know it’s Christmas in a week and a day…”
Three Days in Stockholm
“What should we do in Stockholm?”, Damien asked me on the weekend. I was having a drink with him and Kristen, his fiance. They’re planning a trip to Europe in … Read the rest “Three Days in Stockholm”
Södermalm? Gamla Stan?
As I waited for a meeting today at work, I flicked through a copy of the current edition of the Sydney Morning Herald’s “Sydney” magazine. “Gosh that looks like Stockholm”, … Read the rest “Södermalm? Gamla Stan?”