We often stop off at the King’s Park on our walks to the city. Its a good place to rest before shopping or the hike back up the mountain. In the summer the garden beds gleam with colourful flowers and many bridal parties have their photos taken in the park. The first time we sat [...]

Farfar is now blind and nearly deaf.  He usually needs two walking sticks to poke his way around the house.  It is getting harder for him to occupy himself during the day.  We often catch him falling asleep at the breakfast table, in his rocking chair or in the lounge (usually sleeping with his stereo [...]

We have beautiful sunshine every day now.  In the evening the sky turns purple and orange – the Midnight Sun is definitely coming.  You know what, to my surprise, I miss Winter already.  Does this mean that Norway is now in my bones?

The Sami Easter festival has something for everyone.  Not only can you get up close and personal with the reindeer but there is a whole array of activities that showcase Sami life and culture.  The festival also includes the Reindeer Racing World Cup, the Sami Film Festival (which is held in an ice-cinema), the Sami [...]