Denmark: Sun & Fun (not your typical pairing)

Spring Break found familynomadic packed back in the prius, this time with as much sand toys and snacks as they could fit. Destination…Skagen, Denmark. From the Oresund Bridge, across the Storebaelt Bridge, and finally across Den Ny Lillebaeltsbro, we managed to reach “mainland” Denmark and took rest in the town of Aarhus, which is the second largest city in Denmark. Seeing that I have two … Continue reading Denmark: Sun & Fun (not your typical pairing)

familynomadicJune 8, 2014Leave a comment

Sweden, Travel

An Arctic Road Trip

Back in February, Momma S and I packed the prius with as much winter clothing and snack food that would fit strapped the boys into their car seats, and hit the road heading north. Destination…the Arctic Circle. Day 1-2: A quick 6hr drive to Stockholm. Meet with a good friend, celebrate Momma S’s birthday, and take in a ferry ride to a toy museum. Day … Continue reading An Arctic Road Trip

familynomadicJune 7, 20142 Comments

Sweden, Things to do with kids

Art, Nature, History…Wanås!

Three kilometers outside of the rural village of Knislinge (20 minutes east of Hässleholm ) you find the old manor/art galleries of Wanås. The Wanås estate is dedicated to uniting the areas of art, nature, and history and proves to be a wonderful day excursion if you happen to find yourself in southern Sweden. With Spring in full bloom, now would be a wonderful time … Continue reading Art, Nature, History…Wanås!

familynomadicMay 30, 2014Leave a comment

Sweden, Transition

Do not Smile or say ‘Hej’

One of the first impressions a stranger to Sweden might get is that the average Swede is very aloof and reserved. This is often seen on the streets where nobody smiles at each other, makes eye contact, or in any way acknowledges the existence of the other…unless of course they are really good friends. This is often perceived by outsiders to be rude. (At … Continue reading Do not Smile or say ‘Hej’

familynomadicDecember 11, 2013Leave a comment

Hiking, Sweden, Things to do with kids

Vako: Another walk in Smalands

Leaving Burma for Sweden there was one main thing I was looking forward to…Fall. Today was a day that made my soul sing. The colors are just past peak, but vibrant yellow and burnt orange colors surrounded my family and I as we continued our new tradition of finding a different nature reserve to hike in every Saturday morning. Vako Myr is a 13km square … Continue reading Vako: Another walk in Smalands

familynomadicOctober 12, 2013Leave a comment

Sweden, Things to do with kids

Höö: Another walk in Smalands

Our second autumn walk took us to Höö Naturreservant. This is a very lovely place with multiple well marked trails, a B&B, and an assortment of animals and terrain. This area, on the north end of Mocklen Lake, has been established in order to preserve the old “peasant landscape”. The preserve includes farmland, cow pastures, forests, a lake, and a Bed & Breakfast that offers … Continue reading Höö: Another walk in Smalands

familynomadicSeptember 25, 2013Leave a comment

Sweden, Things to do with kids

Mushroom Hunt

I have never gone mushroom hunting, nor is this post about mushroom hunting. But, I have a few pretty cool friends who do indeed hunt for mushrooms, so this post is for you. While enjoying numerous walks through the forest, S and I have stopped to take these pictures just for you! (It was also a really good way to engage K while tramping through … Continue reading Mushroom Hunt

familynomadicSeptember 22, 2013September 22, 20133 Comments

Sweden, Things to do with kids

Taxas: A Walk in Smaland

As autumn is unfolding in southern Sweden, we are trying to get out every weekend for some good quality hikes. K has finally passed beyond the, “I really really don’t want to walk any more, carry me now!!” phase, so these hikes have actually been quite enjoyable. Below is a bit of our walk through Taxas Naturreservant. Continue reading Taxas: A Walk in Smaland

familynomadicSeptember 21, 2013September 21, 20133 Comments

Relocation, Sweden

The Way-Sign Home

When does your concept of home shift? At what point does that one particular tree, the one marking the turn down the road where your childhood home was, no longer symbolize the way home for you? I was on a plane recently, traveling back from England where I went for a week sans family. As my plane dropped altitude and banked gently to the right … Continue reading The Way-Sign Home

familynomadicAugust 4, 2013August 4, 20131 Comment

Sweden, Things to do with kids

Rashult, Denningarums, & the Broken Castle

Living in Almhult, Sweden is quite pleasant, especially with little kids. However, there tends not to be a whole lot to do in the small town itself, so we often find ourselves seeking out nearby attractions to enjoy life in Sweden with little kids. Below are three pretty quick and easy destinations that can help pass these beautiful spring days. Linnes’ Rashult: Carl von Linnaeus … Continue reading Rashult, Denningarums, & the Broken Castle

familynomadicJune 8, 20134 Comments