I am not really going to write a whole article just about the weather (all though if you are interested it is currently partly cloudy and quite windy). Talking about the weather though, all though quite a cliche, can often be a good way to start a conversation when you don´t really know what to say as everybody has an opinion about it! read more »
May 25, 2011
Talking about the weather
April 26, 2011
Sending cards
We came back from our Easter Holiday this week, and the first thing we found in our postbox was an Easter Card – and my husband immediately said a word that should not be repeated in writing. Not because he was upset about receiving the card, but because we had forgotten to send a card to his parents wishing them a Happy Easter!
April 11, 2011
Salt and Pepper Shakers
In Norway it is common that salt goes in the shaker with most holes,and pepper goes in the shaker with one hole. In England it tends to be the other way around! It took me years to get used to it, and now I always check twice before using any of them! read more »
April 7, 2011
Brown Cheese Please
This book is an excellent guide on how to understand Norwegians! But it is also a book I believe all Norwegians should read to understand how we are percieved, as the book is spot on! read more »
March 30, 2011
A few do’s and dont’s in England vs Norway
In England it is common to offer the plumber/electrician etc a cup of tea, in Norway it isn’t… read more »
