Gamla stan

Many travelling internet sites consider this place as the best tourist attraction in Sweden. I partly agree with this statement, because to say that it's the best is pretty much dependent on your interest. If your interest is in visiting historical places, yes, you can consider that this place as one of the best in the world. Gamla stan is actually a very very old town neighbourhood in Stockholm. Many of the buildings were built during 13th century. Who knows maybe your great great grandfather used to having his cup of coffee here. The best time to visit this place is during summer.

Skating during winter

I was thinking what is another fun activities during winter apart from skiing and sleeping. Suddenly this idea came after my long sleep last night, well why don't we try to skate? Yes this is equally fun like skiing, but you only require less gear. The most popular spot for skating in Stockholm are Kungsträdgården. But for foreigners who aren't familiar with skating, I've to warn you this, start slowly. Don't try to compete with the Stockholm folks, even with the kids because you might experience your painful experience, I mean by falling down.

Snow

It snowed heavily last night. This is the aftermath. This picture was taken on my way to the office.

Drottningholm Palace Theatre

This is something like an opera house which is located at Drottningholm Palace. This place can be crowded during summer due to the many festivals being held. Surely a place not to be missed when you visit Drottningholm Palace. It was built in year 1766 and until now it's still nicely maintained.

Sweet dream

My sister took this picture when I was sleeping this morning. At least I know now how do I sleep.

Drottningholm Palace

The Drottningholm Palace is the private residence of the Swedish royal family. You can go there by taking a boat from Stockholm city during summer. The ride is quite lovely and romantic.



Just see what happened to the lake during winter.

Only in winter

No, this is far more beautiful than laser show that normally you see during fun fair. This is what the famous "Northern Light" is all about. The picture only describes 5% of the feeling when do you see it live. It's relaxing, calming and stunning to see the light dances in the sky.
For those who are serious to catch this, you should come to sweden between September and October or March to April. This is a thing not to be missed if you are in Sweden during winter.

Trap in snow

My siter was trap in snow.

My other nieces

Winter is beautiful

In fact it's equally beautiful with the other 3 seasons.

Fun in winter

Who says you can't have fun in winter? You can indeed! Winter sets in roughly from Nov 1 to March 21, and you need to be a little creative to enjoy the moment.

For those who enjoys skiing, north of Sweden offer a perfect spot for that.

Map of sweden

This is the map of Sweden. I live in Kista, which is a district under Stockholm Municipality. Do notice our neighbouring countries like Denmark, Norway and Finland. Together we are known as Scandinavian.

Topless swedish

I got this news from this link. I think it's outrageous, and although I consider myself as liberal, but I don't think I'm that liberal.

SWEDISH women have launched a campaign to fight for the right to go topless on beaches and in swimming pools, saying they have just as much right to go without clothes as men.
Scandinavian feminists were outraged when two women were asked to cover up their breasts by a lifeguard at a public pool near Stockholm, the Daily Mail's Metro.co.uk website reported.
"If women are forced to wear a top, shouldn't men also have to?" said one of the women, 22-year-old Ragnhild Karlsson.
Now women in southern Sweden have set up the Bara Bradiost network, which translates as Just Breasts.
"We want our breasts to be as normal and desexualised as men's, so that we too can pull off our shirts at football matches," said a spokeswoman for the group.
The campaign's strategy has reportedly been a raging success, with members of Just Breasts jumping into swimming pools across the country wearing nothing more than bikini bottoms.
The country's equal opportunities ombudsman will decide whether or not to take up the case on behalf of the women later this month.

Swedish next model

My sister possed specially for my blog. Isn't she gorgeous?

A happy woman

A happy swedish woman. This is Anna after watching "A heart break kid" movie". Oh man, it's hillarious.

It's movie time

This picture was taken on my way out to watch movie at Kista (pronounced as Shees-ta) Galleria. Yes, it's freezing cold out there. I hardly woke up this morning, but a ring from Anna really helped. A cup of coffee and facial wash make me fresh and ready to go.

While this was taken in the pedestrian bridge that connects the Kista subway station to the Kista Galleria. A Filmstaden is a movie theater with multiple movies.



Another angle of Kista Galleria.

Today is friday

..and it means a happy day for me. I don't know why I really love Friday. Is it because this is a last day I've to work in a week? Well this is most likely. I can see that I'm not the only one in this office who enjoy when Friday comes.
I notice my colleagues, my client and even my grumpy boss; they're all in good mood.
So man out there who's going to propose,do it on friday becasue I'm sure it's hard for her to reject.

My new niece

Yes, she's cute. Her name is Anna Anderson, and actually she's the third niece that I have. I think she really likes me well, because comparing with the other two nieces that I have, she doesn't cry when sitting on my lap.
This really surprises my parents because to get babies who can sit and play with me in a long period is rare. Well Anna, you really made my day and I hope our chemistry will continue.

Just got my new laptop

This is my first posting here, infact it is my first blog. I always wanted to have my own blog to express my feeling or opinion about something, but had been put off several times just because I don't have my own laptop. Now, since I have my own brand new laptop I've no other excuse why not started my own blog.
The title of this blog as you can see is "Sweden and me". I'll try my best to describe my beloved country, and you're always welcome to drop any comments what do you think about it.