Gathering leaves – Literary quote
Robert Frost’s poem is very timely now that the leaves are yet again turning and falling down. Last few leaves cling to the trees here in Finland.
Edelfelt’s quaint atelier
A visit to a famous painter’s atelier makes me want to pick up a paint brush. Albert Edelfelt was one of Finland’s most celebrated painters in the 19th century.
Chinese solitude – Quote
Some Chinese wisdom that is currently very relevant to me
Fine dining and asanas – Yoga weekend in Haikko Manor
100+ year-old Haikko Manor is luxurious and worth a visit, but the adjoined hotel is a bit more affordable. I attended a yoga weekend, but there are plenty of things to do on a mini holiday in Haikko.
Summer town Porvoo
Originally posted on Near Here Way Away:
There they are: red riverside warehouses. That row of small red cottages by the river is Porvoo’s trademark. They appear on postcards and school textbooks and welcome visitors to the town, just like they did already hundreds of years ago. Painted houses and boutique shops Porvoo is an…
Penny-bun, Boletus edulis, Herkkutatti
I use my English mushroom book alongside the Finnish one because, for some reason, I want to learn the names in English as well.
Best time to pick mushrooms?
Autumn is here and mushrooms are about. Is there a best day to pick mushrooms?
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