Wind surfers and Para-sailers in the hurricane behind us
The Danes combat this the same way we do: get outside lots, stay active and have friends over for nice food and candlelight. This is called having a "hyggelig" time (pronounced hew-gely, loosely interpreted as "cozy").
Steen reading in front of the fire he built
The clouds, the wind and the rain mean a bit more seclusion on my part but I'm trying to combat this with workouts and running. I have found that I'm not anywhere near ready for retirement and need some things to keep me busy. While paying for a photo-radar ticket we also found out that my Alberta Driver's license is only good for 90 days. I can get a new Danish license after a driving test but only when I get my CPR number (see blog post #1), so I'm going to have my wings clipped soon. That's not as dramatic as it sounds because I have a bike and public transit, but still not good news.
Learning the Danish language is still my prime objective but I can't take free lessons until I get my CPR number (see blog post #1). Paying for them is an option, but we are running a much tighter budget here than we ever have in the past. There is a simple reason for this:
Results of scientific study
I could probably find a job, but I need…….. (see post #1). Meanwhile, my objective is to schedule myself busy with worthwhile and meaningful tasks, keep fit and maintain a positive outlook. In fact, there is a section of blue sky between the clouds as I write this. Things are looking up!
Yes the Fall has been spectacular here. I've been teased for warning the kids to get outside as "it's the last nice day". I've been saying that for 6 weeks. But it's time to hit the Vitamin D. Sounds like a good idea for you guys too. Rick: blogging is good for you. Miss you all, Kathryn
ReplyDeleteHey buck up campers it is supposed to start snowing here maybe by Sunday - just in time for Halloween. I too have decided to schedule myself with what i hope are worthwhile / meaningful tasks while I continue to apply for jobs in order to stay positive. My secret however is to combine the task and the fitness regime. Currently I have a dump truck load (12 yards) of dirt that I hope will turn into a fruitful garden (or is that vegful?) Pictures to follow by email!
ReplyDeleteI think of you often xoxo
ReplyDeleteAwesome posts guys!!
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hey Dick and Mette hope everything is going good ,was back in Carlyle last week the land of the pilsner and roughriders and asked the old sis if she knew where you guys were haven't had contact for I don't know 20-25 years haha anyways she told me about your blog here and I checked it out right from the beginning ,very interesting and hope you all have a good winter ,believe it or not were having a good fall and winter ,anyways will be checking you blog to see how you and the family are doing ,if you want to catch up for the last 25 years here is my email leon_purvis@hotmail.com yes I know very original but I am not an internet guy and also I saw someone mentioned art mainprize that's hilarious you know I forgot all about him , nothing like being raised in Saskatchewan wouldn't change it for nothing well have a good time in Denmark and take care all of you
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