Why Do You Speak Swedish?
Since arriving I’ve had three or four people ask me “why do you speak Swedish”? It’s a question for which there is no simple answer or at least no simple … Read the rest “Why Do You Speak Swedish?”
Travel
Travel is one of my all-time favourite things. From my days as a child, I loved going to visit family in Brisbane. I did my first overseas trip at 17. I love nothing more than catching a plane/train somewhere, and discovering what else the world has to offer.
Have Arrived Safe and Sound
It’s almost midnight and time for bed, so will write properly tomorrow. In the meantime, here’s a couple of photograph of this beautiful city at night, both taken at around … Read the rest “Have Arrived Safe and Sound”
Airport Sleeping
Stepping off the plane in Beijing, the first thing that hit me was the smell. A thick blanket of pollution hung in the air, its presence growing stronger as we … Read the rest “Airport Sleeping”
Flight Mode
You know how it is when you see someone semi-famous in public and you think you know them, and then you look over and begin to say “hello”, and then … Read the rest “Flight Mode”
Travel Plan Update
Guess who is going to Sweden next week? Yes, next bloody week. Next Thursday night at 8 o’clock to be precise. Thus, the idea of this holiday is no longer … Read the rest “Travel Plan Update”
Mid-Year Break
I’m not one who normally makes rash decisions, but I made one this weekend. And when I say “rash” I mean something I’ve been thinking about for several months, but … Read the rest “Mid-Year Break”