To me, photography is an art of observation. It’s about finding something interesting in an ordinary place… I’ve found it has little to do with the things you see and everything to do with the way you see them. Elliott Erwitt
Norwegian cooking: Russedessert
In my quest to explore the traditional Norwegian cuisine, the time had come to do Russedessert. Essentially, it is cordial mixed with water and semolina (and possibly also sugar) on the stovetop until it has congealed and then once it has cooled, it is whisked into a creamy pudding. The recipe was in my grandmother’s… Continue reading Norwegian cooking: Russedessert
Changing my life?
I’m doing a small life change. From January to June next year, I’ll be living in Oslo. I’m excited. I’m terrified. And I know that if I don’t like it, it will only be six months. And, while I don’t look forward to living in Oslo in January and February – I am very much… Continue reading Changing my life?
Quotation Monday #30: Faults
I think people who have faults are a lot more interesting than people who are perfect. Spike Lee
Raspberry slice
Apart from the people, (and how flat it is, so you can easily bike anywhere) the thing I miss about Copenhagen most frequently, is how you can walk into a 7-11 and get rather decent pastry. Sure, it’s probably better at the local bakery or bakeshop, but the 7-11 is almost everywhere and open when… Continue reading Raspberry slice
Quotation Monday #29 : Bizarre
Of course life is bizarre, the more bizarre it gets, the more interesting it is. The only way to approach it is to make yourself some popcorn and enjoy the show. David Gerrold
Norwegian cooking: Caramel pudding
I have a memory of watching my grandmother making caramel pudding in our kitchen at home. It might have been either my confirmation or my sister’s christening – since she was making it at our place and not her own. But it would also frequently be among the staples for dessert at Sunday dinner at… Continue reading Norwegian cooking: Caramel pudding
Wednesday Wants: Pac-Man Stress Toys
So, feeling stressed? These toys from ThinkGeek look pretty fun to me. In addition to squeezing them for stress release, there is also the smile they’ll put on your face when you see them. ThinkGeek :: Pac-Man Stress Toys. Smiling is also de-stressing, right?
Quotation Monday #28: Remedies
Don’t find fault, find a remedy. Henry Ford