it was a cold, windy, rainy, gray day, but the places were still breath taking, and mind boggling thinking of how long they have been what they are. america is young. europe is filled with rich culture and tales to tell.
i met up with christoffer, a scandinavian and a history major! talk about a personal tour guide!
Gripsholm Castle.
trees!
[this sign means: TOURIST ATTRACTION! HISTORICAL LANDMARK AHEAD!]
runstens are all over!
[this particular one is a snake with its tail in its mouth, representing the earths "equator." the story goes when he lets his tail out of his mouth the world ENDS. whoa.]
Strägnäs Domkyrka. the most jaw dropping church that overlooks the charming "town." [yes, that is a real house with balloons.] the wealthy, religious and royal are all burried in the church, in "side rooms", walls and the floors.
[photo above: lingonberry.files.wordpress.com]
my weekend started with this traditional pastry called "semla." it will be popular in the upcoming weeks, as it is associated with the fasting of lent. it is the last thing served on "shrove tuesday" before the fast. a warm bun, carved into a bowl filled with cream and a marzipan-like paste then sprinkled with powdered sugar. often served in warm milk. i watched in amazement 10 year old alexander mix the dough, pull out of oven, carve, fill and serve. i think there needs to be a swedish/american pastry bake off!
xoxo.
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