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Sweden’s National Day – June 6th Posted by Transparent Language on Jun 3, 2009
I’m really tired of all this grammar we’ve been talking about lately. I know we still need to cover a few things regarding past participles, but I’m also sure those buggers must be giving you nightmares by now. So let’s take a little break from grammar this week, shall we? We have a very fun…
Mother’s Day! Posted by Transparent Language on May 31, 2009
Did you remember to call your moms today? Or, if you are in Sweden, did you remember to show up at your mom’s house with a bunch of flowers? And a gift? I’m terrible when it comes to remembering such days (I almost totally forgot about Father’s Day last year), but this time I at…
Summer Festivals in Sweden Posted by Transparent Language on May 20, 2009
I don’t know about you, but for me summer means one thing (well, one among several other equally important things) – music festivals. I’m not sure if this is a sign of my immaturity, or nostalgia for the days when I was young and free and didn’t mind (heck, actually enjoyed!) having mud fights at…
Eurovision 2009 – Blogging the Final Live Posted by Transparent Language on May 16, 2009
OK, are you ready? I know I am. We have plenty of popcorn and drinks and as soon as this bizarre intro of Cirque de Soleil is over, the final will begin for real. How will Sweden do tonight? I have no idea. I doubt we will win, however since it just so happens that…
Eurovision 2009 – First Semi-Final (Live) Posted by Transparent Language on May 12, 2009
We’re waiting for the results now to see who’s going to the final on Saturday. I’m proud to say that Sweden’s entry has turned out better than (at least I) expected it. However: Malena’s choice of dress was tragic!!! On the white background she disappears and despite all her spray-on tan, she looks washed out…
Summer Plans 2009 – Vacationing in Sweden Posted by Transparent Language on May 7, 2009
It’s (almost) the middle of May already. Time’s fun when you’re having flies, or rather, the other way round. The weather may not be very summery yet, or up North – not even very springy yet, but summer is already on everybody’s mind. Yes, it’s time to plan your summer vacation, if you haven’t done…
The Mysterious Ways of Swedish Post Office Posted by Transparent Language on May 4, 2009
People abroad are always very surprised when they hear me say things like, “Oh, I have to go to the gas station and pick up my package” or “we pick up our mail at the supermarket.” “What? Don’t you have normal post offices over there?”, they ask. Well, as a matter of fact, we really…