Swings in the Playground
The ‘Huske’ (or Swings) are very popular in children’s playgrounds. In nearly every one I’ve been to they have this fantastic bowl-swing that is low to the ground and usually big enough to fit the whole family in. It’s great to be able to sit in with the kids and have a ride. I had to bail out of this Huske-ride though (somebody had to take the pictures…lol!)
‘Huske’ is also the Norwegian word for remember. I guess its quite fitting as jumping in one always makes you remember the fun of being a kid again.
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On any celebration table in Norway you can always find a Norwegian layer cake (bløtkake). What better way to celebrate Norwegian Constitution Day than with fresh cream, wild berries and a little bit of sponge in between.
Many English words actually come from old Norse language – brought by Vikings to England in medieval times. Here are some words you have probably uttered without realising you are speaking Norwegian!
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. 
I’m learning some Norwegian words through your blog, L-Jay. Over the years of hearing the language spoken while growing up, I’ve picked up some but would love to learn. Maybe you could have one day a week to teach a few Norwegian words or phrases?