A Kors for Celebration
Norwegians may not be very talkative or outgoing, but they are definitely a charitable people.
In this time of financial uncertainty, Norwegians managed to dig deep. Over 100, 000 volunteers from all over the country collected over NOK 190 million for the TV-aksjonen Blå Kors (The Blue Cross TV Appeal) last night. That’s about USD 30 million! – not bad for a country with a population of 4.5 million.
The money will be used specifically to help children in Norway who suffer from their parents alcohol or drug abuse. Often children in substance abusive homes are forced to grow up quickly to look after other siblings and even their parents. With this money the Blå Kors aims to give these children back their childhood.
In the land of big money, the people still have a big heart.
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The bunad is a traditional Norwegian costume worn by both men and women. It can either come from established rural traditions or have a more modern design inspired by historical patterns and cuts.
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Decorating Easter eggs is a big tradition in Norway.
Norwegian dogs were born with a purpose. They were bred to be hunting dogs, herding dogs and farm dogs.
Traditional Norwegian cuisine is based on natural resources.
The further ‘out of the way’ you go the more common it is to see folk cottages standing by the side of roads, along fjords or in a thicket of trees, minding their own business.
It’s always good to hear about the generous spirit of people. So many are having a hard time. It always breaks my heart to read about innocent children being impacted by the behavior and choices of their parents.