Saint Lucy in Norway 🇳🇴 Santa Luzia na Noruega
Saint Lucy was born in Siracuse, Italy. She came from a rich catholic family. She gave all her fortune to the poor. She refused to get married to a man that wasn’t christian. She was tortured and died as a martyr. They say her eyes were taken from her face. That’s why she would protect […]
Why Norwegians won’t lift you if you fall down on the street.
Cultural differences can lead to misunderstanding, misjudgment and can be an obstacle to your happiness in another country. Note: This post has affiliate links. It means if you make a purchase, I may earn a commission. More info on my privacy policy page. One of the sentences I hear the most from foreigners in Norway […]
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It’s Spring! The grilling season has started in Norway.
Today is May 2nd. Spring has come and so has barbecue season. It’s part of the Norwegian culture to grill food in the Spring and Summer on a daily/weekly basis. Spring smells like barbecue. Norwegians spend more time outdoors from April to September, and they eat meals outside as well. Grilling is practical as it […]
How is Corona quarantine affecting our friendships?
Our new home office + home schooling everyday takes time, organization, strategy, emotional intelligence. Some of us try to find time to exercise, cook, clean, wash, date. Is there any time left for our friends? What about those who don’t have children or even a partner? Physical and social distancing can affect our mental health. […]
Cabin culture in Norway. Skal du på hytte?
If you have lived in Norway before Corona, you’ve probably seen dazzling faces on Friday at work, staring at the clock. And children been picked up earlier at school. Also after Corona, the traffic jam towards city exit heading the mountains (or seaside) on Fridays around 4.p.m. It means Norwegians are heading to the cabins. […]
New Year’s Eve in Norway and Brazil.
I love New Year’s Eve. A brand new year is ahead of us, with new opportunities to be happy. I make a list of this year’s best moments, my mistakes and how I can improve. I also write my New Year’s resolution. Brazilians usually go to clubs, beaches, parks, to celebrate New Year’s Eve. As […]