Christmas season in Stockholm is in full swing! Swedes celebrate the holiday on the 24th, so technically here, my birthday is the day AFTER Christmas. I won’t be spending the actual holiday here in STKHLM because I am going TO FREAKIN’ PARIS, FRANCE! So I am trying to embrace all of the Christmas activities and …
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Thanksgiving in Sweden
I knew that Thanksgiving would be a tough time to be away from home. I couldn’t decide if I would miss the food, friends or family more. Luckily, I was still able to focus on everything that I am thankful for in my life in Sweden. I AM ABLE TO BE HERE: Not only is …
Skansen
Skansen is located in the center of Stockholm right next to Grona Lund. It is considered an “outdoor air museum” and has both historic and modern attractions. A huge feature of the park is their animal exhibits. They have classic nordic animals like brown bears, wolves, seals, owls, and moose. They also have a cobble …
Tyresta National Park
With the leaves changing, we decided to take a trip (about an hour away on train/bus) to Tyresta National Park! The park was bustling with families and people, many searching for edible mushrooms to collect and take home. The park also had a small campfire and picnic area next to a small town-like collection of …
Best Food in Stockholm
I have had some trouble maintaining a balanced diet here in Stockholm. I would say the most popular options for eating out are pizza, burgers, or fish. All of these options are more expensive than they are in the U.S. and more “gourmet”. The lunches at my school are really filling, delicious, and healthy, so …
Skogskyrkogårdan Visit
https://skogskyrkogarden.stockholm.se/ This cemetery is on a huge plot land with beautiful landscaping and architecture. This sunny Saturday was full of visiting loved ones and active families enjoying the grounds.
National Museum Visit
https://www.nationalmuseum.se/en/ Free admission and so many beautiful pieces of art.
How Holly Feels Like Home
I met Holly through our sorority and we figured out our best friends from high school were each other’s new best friends at college. It was such a weird, small connection, but so meaningful. If two of the people we love the most, love each other, then we would probably love each other to by …
Surviving 36.5 (ha!) Hours
My official work week caps off at 36.5 hours. However, I spend at least 40 hours in the school and additional hours and hours planning, preparing, and thinking about my students and how to meet all of their needs. As a first year teacher, I want to be phenomenal at my job. I want to …
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