So much snowIt snowed for 4 days straight in Trondheim. My Norwegian colleagues were begging me to stop wishing for more snow. Here are some pictures that barely capture the magic and wonder of so much snow.
A South African’s guide to Winter in NorwayFor a newly arrived South African, winter in Norway is mostly about surviving the weather.Temperature scaleThis scale has been adjusted to how a South African thinks Norwegians feel about…
Do you want to build a snow cave?I debated writing this story at all, but it seemed disingenuous to edit my life and experiences too much. I also hoped the writing of it would prove to be therapeutic.
Getting My Shit TogetherAs I continue living in Oslo, Norway this summer, I am keeping in contact with my American friends. We begin conversations by checking in with “hello, how are yous”, to which I respond,“Good, I’ve finally gotten my shit together.” For the past two years, my mind has been elsewhere…
Christmas in Norway (God Jul!)For many, the prospect of spending Christmas alone in a foreign country a mere 4 weeks after disembarking is somewhat scary. Especially when this country happens only to have around 4 hours of daylight at this time of year. Thanks to the disappearance of my residence card…
Even more snowMuch snow in Trondheim! Don’t be jealous. All these snow pics are an attempt to distract myself from the sadness of dealing with admin.
And in the Darkness bind themAsh nazg durbatulûk,Ash nazg gimbatul,Ash nazg thrakatulûkAgh burzum-ishi krimpatul.Slik lyder diktet om Tolkiens kraftringer i såkalt svart tale. Den engelske…