Jag talar Svenksa
Swedish class has resumed for the new year, and tonight’s class was loads of fun.
Especially now that my friend Grant is back doing classes as well. It was great … Read the rest “Jag talar Svenksa”
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.
Agnetha och Anni-Frid
You know how Agnetha and Frida are being slowly written out of ABBA history? You know how it’s all suddenly about the well-crafted songs and not the performances?
It really … Read the rest “Agnetha och Anni-Frid”
West End Girls
At Saturday’s BBQ, I’m sure I bored a couple of people here and here with tales of Swedish pop band, West End Girls, who do covers of songs … Read the rest “West End Girls”
Swedish Takeover
For the most part I “ignore” most Facebook Group and Application invitations. “By agreeing to install this application you agree to share all of your information and those of your … Read the rest “Swedish Takeover”
Ikea Saturday
Ikea at Rhodes is big. Really big. Much bigger than the one I used to have at nearby Moore Park.
I was so upset when Moore Park Ikea closed. It … Read the rest “Ikea Saturday”
Swedish Christmas
The Swedes really love their Christmas albums. In this week’s Top 60 albums there are seven “Christmas” themed albums, including the #1 CD by Sanna, Shirley and Sonja.
… Read the rest “Swedish Christmas”