While walking along the Aurajoki River yesterday, we came across what is referred to as a “modern day Noah’s Ark.” The small boat is covered in taxidermic animals, both inside and out and serves to remind us that we must be aware of nature and how our actions directly affect wild animals well-being. It was … More Noah’s Ark
Our third and final visitor arrived here in Finland this past weekend, and on her first full day we decided to rent a car and head up North. It was very difficult to find an automatic car for rent. America (I think) is pretty much the only country with the majority of cars being automatic … More Up North
Don’t you love the feeling of peeling wet jeans, shoes, shirt etc. etc. off? Well, that what we got today for gawking. Britt & I decided to head out on a short bike ride down to the castle and back, and on our way we noticed an old train engine heading towards the harbor. We … More Gawkers
Can you imagine eating 6 month-old bread?! Well, apparently that was done here in Finland back in the day. On a recent trip to the Handicrafts Museum we were told that the Finns created this bread called Ruis, but here’s the kicker, they only made it twice a year. It was made in bulk in … More 6 month-old bread
I’m no hunter, but when out and about yesterday I came across this… It was interesting, but what really caught my eye was the number 30 attached to it. The giant painted seal reminded me of the painted cows in Chicago back in 1999, and assuming that there were at least 29 others I set off … More Seal Hunting
The Wild Rose 