So I've decided to go for it and start a blog - no time like the present and no time like embarking on a solo study experience in the chilly yet certainly charming Copenhagen. I hope this blog will be interesting, perhaps entertaining, for anyone curious about my whereabouts or day to day interactions here. Hope you enjoy!

Inside Blue Mosque

Inside Blue Mosque

Spice Market

Spice Market

Basilica Cistern

Basilica Cistern

Friday, February 12, 2010

Sweden- the NJ of Scandinavia!

A few quick things...

It was too cold to go to Sweden on Thursday so Dorrit and I had a nice time in Copenhagen at the Rosenborg Castle. We saw the crown jewels and little mermaid statute (before she heads off to China!) and had a nice little lunch. See posted pics of the day.

Also- I did it! Today was the first day I rode a bike in the city! I only almost fell off twice (it was the ice that was tricky!) I was with 3 others from the Global Health department, on my way to see my first PhD defense. The bike seat at first seemed very tall. When I had to stop myself- I had to lean heavily- but by the end it seemed fine. The defense was also a success.

Last statement- I mentioned wanting to go to Sweden again and it was compared to the New Jersey of Scandinavia- Denmark being NY! All in good, harmless fun of course but who knew it was the bridge and tunnel country! Now I'm even more intrigued. I say this lovingly as both of my parents are from NJ and I have ancestors from Sweden (Europe's NJ!- how exciting!). Looking forward to going even more, will report back when I do.

Hope everyone is good- happy Friday!

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