For a while now I wanted to write about living in Sweden during the Covid19 pandemic from a Newbie perspective. I hesitated doing so publicly for fear of being judged, criticized and shamed. If I am completely honest with myself, at the root of my wavering is a simple and obvious reason: guilt. As I […]
3 Month Reflection: Get Out, Get Involved, Get Cozy
I’ve been in Sweden for exactly three months now, and it’s starting to feel like home. Moving to a new country can be intimidating and scary. However, it is also an exciting opportunity to stretch one’s comfort zone, meet new people and develop new perspectives. To ensure a smooth transition to a new country, my motto […]
Journey on the Göta Canal
With more people wanting to stay within Sweden due to Coronavirus this year, you can still get your travel-bug fix by experiencing a trip on the Göta Canal. Full of historic sites, delicious ice cream shops and gorgeous scenery, it truly is a wonderful way to spend a few days relaxing and unwinding – whilst ensuring social […]
First Impressions of Sweden
What’s it like to relocate from Ottawa, Canada to Lund, Sweden during a pandemic? To be honest, it was one of the most pleasant journeys I’ve ever made. With nine suitcases, four carry-on bags, four personal bags and one car seat, my family and I took three planes, one train and one taxi ride. By […]
Moving to Sweden During a Pandemic
Moving overseas is an exciting time, where dreams and expectations collide, and where the planning and preparation is filled with giddy anticipation. Moving overseas during a pandemic throws in a lot more complications, but is no less exciting. My family and I decided to move to Lund, Sweden, from Canada back in February 2020. My husband’s work […]